Visited a beautiful place called Mesa Verde today. It is world heritage listed and is in the Mesa Verde National Park. Basically it is cliff dwellings that the traditional people have used. The drive again took us to a high altitude (around 7000 feet) and gave us breathtaking views.
There were 2 locations that we specifically visited - Clifftop Palace and the Balcony House. Both were excellent examples of how whole communities were constructed on the cliff faces (or under overhangs). Steep ladder climbing and traversing across cliff faces were exciting (even Sharron managed to do it with her intense fear of heights!) Also needed to crawl through very small tunnels to see the entire site!
Both Nick and Steph earnt their "Junior Ranger' badges. Nick was chosen to lead the tour for the Balcony House tour ... which was a hoot!
Back to our lodge to relax with the children playing table tennis in the basement and adults preparing dinner and relaxing.
It looks very interesting ... even if somewhat strenuous. Good on you Sharron for rising to the challenge!
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