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Aghaałą

One of several volcanic plugs located in the southern part of the Colorado Plateau, Agathla (El Capitan) rises 1500 feet (460 m) abve the surrounding plain. The Diné (Navajo) name (aghaałą́) refers to antelope or deer fur found on the rocks from scraping the hides. The peak is sacred to the Diné and is a part of several stories and ceremonies.

 

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Uploaded on January 17, 2018
Taken on December 26, 2017