Stretching approximately 277 miles long, the Grand Canyon National Park has become one of the world’s most visited attractions and can be found within Grand Canyon National Park, one of the first and oldest national parks in the United States. According to archaeologists, the Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon over 17 million years ago as shown in recent studies.

The magnificent views of the mountain peaks and valleys and the beauty of the Grand Canyon capture the hearts of millions of spectators around the world including former US President Theodore Roosevelt. The former president frequented it to hunt. Roosevelt is also a major advocate of its conservation.

Hiking and camping are just some of the activities one can enjoy while learning about a number of plant and animal species house by the Grand Canyon. There are also several historical buildings and towers nearby worth visiting.