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Ancient Architecture
Mesa Verde National Park
A closer look at the architecture inside Spruce Tree House. The cliff dwelling was first discovered in 1888, when two local ranchers chanced upon it while searching for stray cattle. A large tree, which they identified as a Douglas Spruce, was found growing from the front of the dwelling to the mesa top. It is said that the men first entered the dwelling by climbing down this tree, which was later cut down by another early explorer.
Best time to Photograph: Spruce Tree House - 2-3 hours before sunset. Photo © copyright by Erik and Melissa Barnes.
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