Grand Canyon National Park
Equipment / structural
S Entrance Rd, Arizona 86023, EE. UU.
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Cultural-natural heritage
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Leisure and recreation
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Artistic and cultural education
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Bio / presentation
Grand Canyon National Park, located in Arizona (USA), is one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. Carved by the Colorado River over millions of years, the canyon reaches depths of over 1,600 meters and reveals an unmatched geological record. Covering more than 4,900 km², the park offers breathtaking viewpoints, hiking trails, and educational programs. It protects a wide range of biodiversity and sacred lands of Indigenous peoples. Designated as a national park in 1919, it is managed by the U.S. National Park Service (NPS). With over 6 million visitors annually, it stands as a symbol of natural preservation and scientific heritage in North America.