Grand Canyon – Desert view

This time we explored the east side of the south rim starting with Desert view.

What you should expect to see:

This time, no clouds in the sky, bright sun only and one could see even further down in the Canyon.

Starting from the right side with the palisades of the desert.

Looking down at the Colorado River (this time I saw more of it).

And looking towards the west part of the Canyon.

I was already amazed yesterday, today I cannot describe what I see. It’s so beautiful I just feel like sitting there, watching it and keep quiet. Speechless is what the Grand Canyon can do to you.

At this edge of the cliff there is a watchtower which we visited. I was expected an empty tower and was positively surprised to discover some Indian painting replicas.

In the tower there was a young man playing Indian music with a traditional flute. It was very relaxing, inviting you to meditation even.

From atop you also get an even more amazing view on the Canyon.

You could also meet some local Indian sitting in his big chair, also know as Big Foot Leo :)

PS: we stopped at the Market Plaza to buy water and snacks. On top we also got postcards and stamps. This place is so well organized that there is a full supermarket (slightly overprice but still ok), a post office and a bank, on top of the usual souvenir shops and restaurants.