Bandelier, Ancient Anasazi Ruins by rayburg
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I just recently visited this unique and interesting park. About 800 years ago, this was home for some Pueblo Indians. It is a beautiful place(about an hour from Santa Fe,New Mexico) and I can see why the Pueblo's chose this place to live. My next few shots will come from this visit. For those interested, I added a little info that I looked up.
Perched on the eastern slopes of the Jemez Mountains in the high desert of nothern New Mexico, Bandelier National Monument possesses a wealth of natural and cultural beauty. Evidence of Native American activity dates back 10,000 years, but the most visible signs are the remains of ancestral Pueble settlements scattered throughout the park and its surrounding area. Sometime after 1100 A.D., ancestral Pueble people first arrived in the ajarito Plateau (home of present day Bandelier) and settled in the area's many canyons and mesas. One of the largest and best preserved settlements, called Tyuonyi, lies in Frijoles Canyon. Here there was once a circular community house that probably stood three stories tall and contained over 400 rooms. Just above are cliff dwellings, known as cavates, which housed families for hundreds of years. Built directly into the volcanic tuff, cavates are found in canyons across the plateau. The Pueblo people left Frijoles sometime in the 1500s, concentrating their settlements along the Rio Grande valley a few miles to the east.
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Comments (36)
thevolunteer
Wow, what a place to live in. Don't think they would like it now. Too much modern conveniences. But, at that time, I think it would do the trick. Beautiful shot. Aloha and have a great week.
bkhook
Wow.. Ray.. gorgeous shot.. beautiful colors...'can't wait to see the series....
Richardphotos
impressive place Ray and history. I love reading about history now but hated it in school. I guess because I am old enough to remember some history now. I love your capture
moonfish
Looking forward to the series... was delighted to see this area myslef during a grand adventure Summer 2004!
drace68
Nice camera angle to include the diggings as well as the later built structures. These diggings remind me of pics recently posted of Soganli Valley habitations in central Turkey by Kenny. Looking forward to more pics -- Dick
Leeco
Great shot and very interesting info. I am always fascinated by anything having to do with ancient civilizations. So much has changed in the world since these people lived here and yet so many things are essentially the same.
jocko500
this is real cool looking
Hidinthesierras
What an awesome shot! The rock is so unusual looking , and the buildings look nestled in this cool little spot! I love your POV too, Very interesting! I can't wait to see more! 8-)
Ionel
Thanks for picture and information! Wonderful!!!
tizjezzme
INTERESTING!!! Thanks for sharing, I look forward to more !!
DELMUR
Ah! A new serie!
jodipal
Great capture! Appreciated the background on these ruins.
tibet2004uk
Oh yes!! Now this is exactly the kind of place that I love!!! Great shot Ray!
Tedz
Such a varied Land ...would love to explore an area as such...a fine Image.
marybelgium
impressive place and very interesting !
kimariehere
WOW i had no idea such a wonderful antient place existed..!! awesome shot of this historical dwelling ... i am so facinated by this ray!!..WOW!!!thanks for sharing all the info!
Chaos911
wow, super work, excellently done!!!
sharky_
Indeed a prize capture. Love to see something like this. Thanks for sharing. Aloha
PeeWee05
WOW - 800 years and still standing, proof that it was a wise choice for habitation! Nice POV like you're a cowboy, watching and waiting.
kenwas
Been there and a grea place indeed. Look forward to your mini series.
dragonfly2000
Nicely done Ray - was there many years ago; looks like i've got to go back after seeing this. Don't think I've ever seen this angle before, well done.
devineydesignsllc
thankyou Ray!
wildgoha
so wonderful place ! looks amazing-excellent as always ;-)
MrM
Fantastic Picture. Someday I got to get to see this in person. I enjoy good historical images which makes me feel like I'm there...and this is definately one of them!
bentchick
Beautiful sharp image! Wonderful comp and POV!!! Love it! Wall Worthy!!! LOL, Bean Canyon! :P
sossy
amazing colors and textures! incredible and beautiful view onto outstanding rocks and the building! first thought "Winnetou's home"! exceptional capture! ;o)))
Cosme..D..Churruca
Really fantastic ! Fascinating place and superb photo !
Digimon
Wow! Missed the ebot on this...What fabulous ruins!! I wish I could see them in person! The Anasazi were a very mysterious people. This is a wonderful shot, thanks for the history too!
DOGFROST
Wow great place. awesome capture.
logiloglu
WOW, a wonderful place. its a pleasure to explore. amazing capture,my friend. VOTE #:O)