Canyons Of The Ancients National Monument

Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, located in the Four Corners region of southwestern Colorado, encompasses 176,000 acres of public lands that protect the highest known density of archaeological sites in the United States. With over 8,300 documented sites, including villages, kivas, cliff dwellings, and petroglyphs, the area offers a rich window into more than 12,000 years of human history, primarily shaped by Ancestral Puebloan cultures and their descendants.

The Monument serves as a living landscape, still utilized today for traditional purposes, recreation, and energy development. Visitors are encouraged to start their exploration at the Canyon of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum, which provides exhibits and trail information, while promoting a message of respect and conservation for the unique cultural resources found within this remarkable area.

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