[okie01]

Absolutely fascinating. Thanks for the post.

The climate and terrain appear identical to the Four Corners area -- specifically the Mancos Valley, where Mesa Verde is sited. Except, of course, there is no ocean 14 miles away...

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[Restorer]

The climate and terrain appear identical to the Four Corners area-- specifically the Mancos Valley

I don't think so. This area of the Peruvian Coast is among the driest areas in the world. It often doesn't rain for years on end. The Mancos Valley, at least the upper portion, is a beautiful mountain valley with lots of trees and lush grass.

And Mesa Verde overlooks the Mancos Valley, it isn't in it. Although that may be a trifle nit-picky. :)

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