Not Many People Realize There Is An Incredible Cliff Palace Hiding In Colorado's Mesa Verde National Park
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When you see the word “palace,” what first comes to mind? An extravagant Taj Mahal-type building? Maybe Princess Jasmine’s home in Aladdin? The Mitchell Corn Palace in South Dakota? There are countless palaces that exist throughout the world, yet none seem to hold the history or intrigue of Mesa Verde National Park’s Cliff Palace in Colorado. Here’s more on this fascinating landmark hiding in the Centennial State.
Please note, the Cliff Palace is temporarily closed.
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Have you ever visited the Cliff Palace in Colorado? What was your experience there like? To learn even more about this amazing area, be sure to read these 12 Fascinating Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Mesa Verde In Colorado. You can also visit the official Mesa Verde National Park for details about planning your visit.
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