Zion N P # 41 - Court of the Patriarchs
by Allen Beatty
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Zion N P # 41 - Court of the Patriarchs
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Allen Beatty
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Carved by water and time, Zion National Park is a canyon that invites you to participate in the very forces that created it. In the warm climate of southwestern Utah, step into the Virgin River and see the colorful strata that mark the ages rising for thousands of feet up to a narrow strip of sky, then hike to seemingly impossible places and heights.
Zion National Park's canyons and mesas boast an especially exquisite beauty, even in a state known for dramatic landscapes. Breathtaking Zion Canyon is the centerpiece of this 147,000-acre parkland that protects a spectacular landscape of high plateaus, sheer canyons, and monolithic cliffs.
Opportunities to see and explore Zion National Park abound for people of all ages and abilities, from the scenic byways that slice through the park to the trails that wind through the backcountry. Wildlife watchers can stop at numerous lookouts and search the sky for Zion's more than 200 bird species, while hikers can strap on their boots and venture out on trails ranging from easy interpretive nature walks to lengthy, challenging hikes through narrow slot canyons. Hiking in Zion National Park is major reason why many people visit.
Here we see The Court of the Patriarchs.The Patriarchs are three neighboring sandstone peaks on the west side of Zion Canyon. Each is named after biblical fathers. From left to right (south to north) they are Abraham Peak, Isaac Peak, and Jacob Peak. Abraham Peak is the tallest at 6,890 feet. The white top of Jacob Peak rises behind the orange rock of Mount Moroni. The Patriarchs were named by Frederick Vining Fisher, a Methodist minister who ventured into Zion in 1916, labeling numerous prominent points in Zion Canyon. He decided to name these three peaks after Old Testament daddies, and the titles stuck.
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July 9th, 2016
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Robyn King
Congratulations your beautiful work is being featured in 500 Views Share Group & Shared :-)
Allen Beatty replied:
Robyn, thank you very much for the Home Page Feature in the 500 Views Share Group
Allen Beatty
Bob, thank you very much for the Home Page Feature in the Your Very Best Photography Group
Allen Beatty
Mariola, thank you very much for the Home Page Feature in the 500 Views On 1 Image Group
Janet Marie
Zion!! My favorite place to visit. We have done all the things you shared in your description. I am fascinated with rock formations and Zion has some of the best. These famous landmarks are always there to greet us, as we enter the main part of the Canyon either by shuttle bus, or vehicle in during December-February. Your photography is a reminder of those times enjoying it's magnificent beauty. #Travel Art promotion. LVFVFB Janet
Robyn King
Congratulations your beautiful work is being featured in The World We See Group :-)
Allen Beatty replied:
Robyn, thank you very much for the Home Page Feature in The World We See Group
Allen Beatty
Carole, thank you very much for the Home Page Feature in the World Landscape Lovers of Art Group
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