Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
The Casa Grande National Monument in Arizona features the Casa Grande, a “Great House” of the Hohokam people that lived in the Gila Valley from approximately 300 CE to 1450 CE. The Casa Grande is one of the largest prehistoric structures ever built in North American and the structure’s purpose remains mysterious despite extensive archaeological excavation. Needless to say, it carries powerful intrigue for the modern-day visitor. Walk around the Casa Grande structure and wander the desert landscape that surrounds the site to expose yourself to the mystery of America’s ancient human history.
—Caroline Griffith
If You Go
Be sure to explore the impressive desert of the southern Arizona. Native plants of the Gila Valley include cactus fruits, agave hearts, and the creosote bush.
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