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Canyons

 Subject

Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus

Scope Note: Deep, steep-sided land depressions, often having a river at the bottom; common to arid and semi-arid areas. Distinct from "valleys (landforms)," which tend to have a flattish landscape rather than high, precipitous slopes. Distinct from "gorges (landforms)," which tend to be smaller, narrower, and more rocky.

Found in 28 Collections and/or Records:

White House Overlook, 1957-07

 Item — Box 16
Identifier: 2006.6.1300
Overview

Overview looking down on winding road surrounded by canyon rock formations in an arid desert landscape at Canyon de Chelly.

Dates: 1957-07

White House Overlook, 1957-07

 Item — Box 16
Identifier: 2006.6.1301
Overview

Overview looking down on winding canyon rock formations in an arid desert landscape at Canyon de Chelly; foreground rock face has what looks like five crevices fanning out in a star pattern.

Dates: 1957-07

White House Overlook, 1957-07

 Item — Box 16
Identifier: 2006.6.1302
Overview

Overview looking down on winding canyon rock formations in an arid desert landscape at Canyon de Chelly; foreground rock face has what looks like five crevices fanning out in a star pattern.

Dates: 1957-07