When you think about the classic American Midwest cowboy stories, there is no other landscape that can best represent this than Monument Valley!
Situated on the border between Arizona and Utah, and covering a land area of 16 million acres, the valley is officially declared a Navajo Tribal Park. Monument Valley 's awe-inspiring rich red-hued and sandy landscape is the reason why it is one of the most photographed landmarks in the United States.
Here, your eyes will be treated to a dramatic terrain consisting of mesas, the valley floor and impressive sandstone towers, some of which reach upwards of 1000 feet. If you think that Monument Valley is strikingly familiar, then you might have seen it on a postcard or in one of the iconic Hollywood western movies. The Valley 's incredible landscape has served as a perfect backdrop for films that featured John Wayne and the Lone Ranger. Monument Valley is also
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Here, you can also grab maps for self-guided tours, get a bite to eat at the restaurant or shop for gifts and souvenir items from the shop. You may also want to stop by the Goulding Film and Cultural History Museum located at Goulding 's Lodge. Here, you will find some interesting educational resource and displays that will let you to get to know Monument Valley a little better.
Visiting Monument Valley is like discovering a new world where skyscrapers and modern infrastructures do not dominate at all. It is about exploring and experiencing the serene atmosphere and looking back at the centuries old history. One of the most popular activities is taking a scenic drive in the early morning. Your effort of waking up early will be rewarded by the amazing interaction of the soft morning light and the serene desert-like terrain. This is the perfect time to whip out your camera and capture memorable