One hundred years ago today, the Grand Canyon was designated as a national park. To celebrate, we’re at the North Rim—one of the only portions of the park that get snow every winter. The snow causes the National Park Service to close the North Rim during winter months, so few visitors get to see in person such incredible views as the Isis Temple dusted in winter white. Numerous geologic formations at the North Rim have names referencing mythologies and faiths from around the world. (Vishnu Basement Rocks are nearby.) The ‘temple’ at Isis Temple is an erosion-resistant stone at the top of the mound.
Snow on the temple
Today in History
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Christmas comes to New York City
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Aýna, Albacete, Spain
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Pretty in pink, and purple, and red…
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Pamukkale, Turkey
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Look before you leap
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Dog days of summer
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Agüero, Huesca province, Spain
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Christmas Eve
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Beware the Ides of March
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World Rivers Day
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Spot on for International Cat Day
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Light show at the skatepark
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Wild turkeys in repose
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A Latino art exhibition in Denver
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World Migratory Bird Day
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It’s oh so quiet
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Back to the nest
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National Moon Day
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Mount Rainier National Park
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International Day for Biological Diversity
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Does this chameleon look a little insecure?
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Join us in celebrating World Water Day
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Indigo bunting
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Hollywood s big night
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Grandparents Day
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Mexico celebrates its Independence Day
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Jerte Valley in bloom
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Here we mark the price of freedom
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National Find a Rainbow Day
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International Day for Monuments and Sites