Wupatki National Monument, Ancient pueblo site in Coconino County, United States.
The Wupatki National Monument contains multiple stone structures, including a 104-room pueblo building, constructed with red Moenkopi sandstone blocks against desert landscapes.
Following the eruption of Sunset Crater between 1040 and 1100, the volcanic ash created fertile soil conditions that attracted approximately 2,000 people to settle.
The monument preserves the architectural legacy of Ancestral Pueblo communities, including the Cohonina, Kayenta, and Sinagua peoples who built trading networks across the region.
The National Park Service maintains visitor facilities, interpretive trails, and educational programs that explain the architectural features and survival methods of ancient inhabitants.
The site features a natural blowhole phenomenon where air continuously moves through cracks in the earth's surface due to atmospheric pressure changes.
Location: Coconino County
Location: Arizona
Inception: December 9, 1924
Operator: United States National Park Service
Part of: Flagstaff Area National Monuments
Website: https://nps.gov/wupa
GPS coordinates: 35.55750,-111.39583
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:41
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