Grand Canyon
CountryUSA
Depth1,857 m
Length446 km
TypeRiver canyon
About Grand Canyon
The most famous canyon on Earth. Carved by the Colorado River over 5-6 million years. 1,857 m deep and 29 km wide at its widest. Exposes 2 billion years of geological history. Over 6 million visitors annually. President Roosevelt said it should be kept for everyone. Home to the Havasupai people for 800+ years.
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