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Natural Arch


Natural Arch
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Copyright: Shelly O'Brien (AROBN54) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1288 W: 224 N: 2109] (7622)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2005-09-16
Categories: Nature
Exposure: f/2.8, 1/30 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2006-09-16 0:34
Viewed: 777
Points: 10
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Towering above a forest woodland, Natural Arch stands as an impressive monument to the forces of nature in action. The 50- by 90-foot arch was formed by the erosion of wind, water, and ice that cut away the soft sandstone and left a hard rock cap that arches dramatically across the sky. Other attractions include forested ridges, scenic overlooks, unique flora and fauna, and over 9 miles of trails

The arch and surrounding 945 acres, once home to prehistoric groups and later the hunting grounds of the Cherokee, were set aside to conserve the area's natural beauty. Archaeological studies are providing insight into the lives of prehistoric people who lived and hunted in this area. These people left no written records, but sites scattered throughout this area provide many clues about how they lived.

The area underneath Natural Arch is considered sacred by the Cherokee.
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This is an amazing picture, you cna not watch this until you open it.
Incredible, nice colors and brigth.


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  • fayeulle Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2472 W: 849 N: 6189] (23680)
  • [2006-09-16 2:20]

Stunning rock Shelly. The trees give us the size.
Very good
JP

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  • Juyona (0)
  • [2006-09-16 2:21]

Precioso, arco natural, saludos

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  • marom Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 137 W: 0 N: 83] (467)
  • [2006-09-20 19:20]

Hi Shelly
This is so impressive and unusual. The rock is amazing. The spot you took the photo from allows to see how collosal this is and fantastically shaped it is. Thank you for this one
cheers
Roman

What an amazing picture Shelly. I'm always amazed by natural arches. I haven't been to this area, but have seen quite a few out west. I like how in your picture it looks as if this thing is balancing on that one little leg, ready to topple at any time. Nicely captured.

Hi Shelly,

I really appreciate visiting your photo space. Sorry for not doing comment on all (I would like but not enought time for that) because all are interesting. Thanks again for the informations you give about your beautiful country.
Regards.

Bruno

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