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Visiting the Grand Canyon in Arizona 3 - Walking along the Bright Angel Trail

 

 

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There is a sign shortly after the arched opening warning tourists not to enter the trail that went off to the right of it. The trail looks tempting to approach as it seems to be a good spot to take pictures, but unsafe at the same time because it is uneven and there are no hand rails.

After a few more minutes on the trail, you can look back and will notice the entryway you just passed through. It is amazing to see how much you have already descended in altitude as the decline is so graudal that it hardly gets noticed. At every given point, the landscape is breathtaking. Every turn seems to be a new reason to make more pictures. The evening sun adds a hue of reds along the canyon walls and throws shadows which add to the intensity.

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During the day, it may seem mild while walking along the trail. The deeper you go into the canyon, the higher the temperature rises.

There comes a point when it obviously starts to descend. This is actually a good point to turn around, especially if it is evening.

 

 

This area fascinates everyone. Not only is it lovely to see, but dangerous at the same time. Many have died trying to reach the Colorado River from this point. The trail goes on for miles and only the strong can survive it. Signs warning the tourists not to exceed their limits are posted at the beginning of the trail. Many underestimate themselves when attempting to reach the bottom of the trail, as it is not possible to make it all in one day. It takes double the amount of time to walk back than down to the river. A night’s rest should be planned during this journey to be on the safe side and plenty of food and especially water should be taken as the heat of the canyon can be unbearable.

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While walking you will find great points to stop and absorb the view. At one area, there is sort of a entryway which gives you the feeling you are entering another world.

 

 

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Take the time to enjoy what is around you. The vegetation and the animals such as the squirrels and the lizards that are scampering all around.

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When the sun disappears behind the canyon walls, it is time to depart. Before leaving, one more view into this world of canyons seems to be the perfect ending to such a perfect day.

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