The Navajo Twin Rocks
by Tikvah's Hope
Title
The Navajo Twin Rocks
Artist
Tikvah's Hope
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Nestled between dramatic 300-foot sandstone cliffs and the San Juan River, lies the small community of Bluff, Utah. Its tall shade trees and several sturdy sandstone homes are an oasis in a stark desert setting. The historic district encompasses most of the original 1880 town site, cemetery hill, and the bluffs north of town. Most of the remaining historic homes were built between 1890 and 1905, and they are of the Victorian eclectic or vernacular architectural style. The only remaining historic building which is not a residence is the LDS Tithing House/Powell Trading Post.
The town was originally laid out in the same pattern as other early Mormon towns - in large square blocks. The cemetery is located on a prominent hill directly north of town at the base of the cliffs. Most of the graves are outlined with cobblestones; there is no landscaping. The winding drive, grave markers of significant artistic and cultural merit, and the panoramic view make this a fascinating place to visit.
Three distinct natural features clearly evident to the visitor are Locomotive Rock and Twin Rocks on either site of the bluffs. Locomotive Rock is named as such because of its similarity to a locomotive. Twin Rocks symbolize the Navajo Twins of the Navajo creation tradition.
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October 3rd, 2015
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