Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon is one of the world’s most famous natural wonders.

Quick facts
• Location: Arizona, United States
• Formed by: The Colorado River over ~5–6 million years
• Length: ~446 km (277 miles)
• Width: Up to 29 km (18 miles)
• Depth: Over 1,800 m (6,000 ft)

Why it’s special
• Dramatic layered rock formations showing nearly 2 billion years of Earth’s history
• Vast viewpoints with changing colors at sunrise and sunset
• Rich wildlife and unique desert ecosystems

Popular activities
• Viewing points (South Rim & North Rim)
• Hiking (e.g., Bright Angel, South Kaibab trails)
• Rafting on the Colorado River
• Helicopter and airplane tours

Best time to visit
• Spring (Mar–May) and Autumn (Sep–Nov) for pleasant weather
• Summer is hot, especially inside the canyon

If you’d like, I can share interesting facts, travel tips, or compare it with other great canyons of the world.