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Photo of the week: doorway to the past, Sedona, AZ

Palatke ruins

Doorway at Palatki Heritage Site, Sedona, AZ, photo/Steve Collins

This doorway to the past is part of a the cliff  dwelling at Palatki Heritage Site in Sedona, AZ. The archeological site, part of the Coconino National Forest, is set among the famous red rocks the area is famous for. The Sinagua people are believed to have lived in these stone structures, built into the rocks, from 1150 to 1300 AD. If you want to visit, make reservations. They are required here due to high demand and limited parking. Another way to view them is via jeep tours, a popular activity in the area.

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6 Responses to “Photo of the week: doorway to the past, Sedona, AZ”

  1. esmeraldamac
    October 28, 2011 at 12:21 pm #

    Medieval US. Love it!

    • Steve Collins
      October 28, 2011 at 12:48 pm #

      Hi Diane
      With your appreciation of history and culture, you’d be entranced. Thanks, Steve

  2. Traveling Ted
    October 29, 2011 at 11:52 am #

    This looks a little like the doorway that Frodo and pals entered into to go through the Mines of Moria in the Fellowship of the Ring.

    • Steve Collins
      October 29, 2011 at 12:14 pm #

      It’s always great to see things through the eyes of others. Thanks for the comment!
      Steve

  3. Charles Higgins
    October 31, 2011 at 9:31 pm #

    Intriguing photo and interesting brief history lesson..thanks..

    Cheers..

    • Billie Frank
      November 1, 2011 at 7:23 am #

      We love the rich history of the southwest.

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