Anazasi Ruins

Canyon de Chelly, Arizona was once the home of the ancient Anazasi.  Nestled on the canyon walls, these cliff dwellings provided shelter and protection from invaders.  No one knows when or why they left the area but thank goodness it's now a National Monument under the protection of both the Federal Government and the Navajo Nation.

"Anazasi Ruins"     © Kathy Dunham 2011

The White House

It doesn't look white, but the upper cliff dwelling was covered in white at one time, hence the name.  This is just one of many cliff dwellings that dot Canyon de Chelly in north eastern Arizona.  Located on the Navajo Reservation, this is a unique National Park in that it is jointly managed by both entities. 

"The White House"     © Kathy Dunham 2010

First Ruins

The Anazasi built many cliff dwellings in Canyon de Chelly.  No on knows why they abandoned them or where they went.  But they left us these apartments, nestled high in the cliffs, to speculate on their fate. 

"First Ruins"    © Kathy Dunham 2010