Fajada Butte
Mountain peak · San Juan County
New Mexico
Highlights
UNESCO World Heritage Site; ancient cliff dwellings and sun dagger
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UNESCO World Heritage Site; ancient cliff dwellings and sun dagger
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"A prominent landmark within the Chaco complex crowned by a spiral petroglyph that revealed the so-called “sun dagger” phenomenon in 1977; at the summer solstice a dagger-shaped ray of sunlight crosses the spiral, functioning as a remarkably precise solar calendar and supporting interpretations of the butte as part of a celestial timekeeping system. The butte is also a focal point for dawn and dusk observations, offering striking views at sunrise and serving as a dramatic silhouette against dark-sky stargazing sessions." - Kevin West Kevin West Kevin West is a writer, food consultant, and “canning evangelist” (according to NPR). He’s the author of the cookbook “Saving the Season,” and his work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Martha Stewart Living, Condé Nast Traveler, Bon Appétit, and Food & Wine. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Machu Picchu of North America." It is a significant landmark of the Pueblo peoples and offers celestial-inspired events like stargazing and sunrise hikes." - Rachel Chang Rachel Chang Rachel Chang is a travel and pop culture journalist who contributes to Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
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