Cliff Palace
Cliff Palace in Mesa Verde National Park is home to the largest and most renowned cliff dwelling in the park, boasting over 150 individual rooms and more than 20 kivas for religious ceremonies. Crafted from sandstone, wooden beams, and mortar, Mesa Verde Cliff Palace has stood the test of time, remaining remarkably preserved for the past 700 years. Visitors to Mesa Verde Cliff Palace can explore the alcove where it is situated, marveling at the geological history of the sandstone cliffs dating back millions of years. Recent studies suggest that this ancient dwelling once housed around 100 people, serving as a significant social and ceremonial hub for the Ancestral Puebloans who called it home.Generated from the website
