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Casa Grande Ruins

  • Arizona

photo: Beyond My Ken

Why go there?

The Casa Grande Ruins are an intriguing archaeological site that tells the story of the Ancestral Sonoran Desert People. This native community was a sophisticated farming society that built an extensive system of irrigation canals. The Casa Grande, or "Great House," was a central gathering place for the Desert People. It is not known for certain whether the Casa Grande served as a waypoint marker in this extensive network of trading partners, or if it was simply a place for the community to come together. Either way, the Ruins provide a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of the Ancestral Sonoran Desert People.

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