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Antelope Canyon is a famous slot canyon known for its narrow passageways and stunning light beams that occur when the sun is at the right angle.
Antelope Canyon is divided into two separate sections: Upper Antelope Canyon, known as 'The Crack,' and Lower Antelope Canyon, known as 'The Corkscrew.'
The canyon was formed over millions of years by erosion due to flash flooding and wind, which carved the sandstone into its current shape.
Antelope Canyon is located on Navajo Nation land, and visitors must be accompanied by a Navajo guide to explore the canyon.
The canyon is named after the pronghorn antelopes that once roamed the area.
The best time to visit is during the summer months when the sun is high, creating the famous light beams inside the canyon.
Due to its narrow structure, Antelope Canyon is prone to flash floods, which can occur with little warning, making guided tours essential for safety.
Photography is allowed, but tripods and monopods are restricted to special photography tours to manage the flow of visitors.
For the Navajo people, Antelope Canyon is a sacred site, and they have traditional stories and beliefs associated with the canyon.
The canyon's walls display a range of colors from orange to red to purple, depending on the time of day and the angle of the sun.
