The Grand Canyon

No matter which view you take of it...

...the Grand Canyon always looks different and amazing...

...it is always grand.

Desert View Watchtower

The Watchtower was built in 1932 by Mary Colter.  She had the architectural vision to re-create indigenous, historic buildings. 
For inspiration she traveled around, visiting ruins of the region before drawing up her designs.

The Watchtower is modeled after ancient stone towers, though this one has a steel frame hidden beneath the limestone.


The inside was then painted by a Hopi artist with symbols and petroglyphs.

From any distance, the Watchtower is worth seeing.

Elk in the park

I went to the Grand Canyon to see the magnificent rocks and cliffs and buttes.

I didn't expect to see elk.

Apparently they were imported from California and have taken a liking to the park's vegetation and water sources.
They also became accustomed to the tourists who consistently visit their home.  I wouldn't recommend petting the elk, as some tourists were attempting, but take home a photograph instead.