Friday, June 21, 2013

I know where I will be tomorrow.........


Parowan Gap is a unique, ancient Fremont Indian, petroglyph site. The canyon contains thousands of petroglyphs mostly created by the Fremont Indians. Many passers by including the Hopi, Paiute and settlers have also left their marks as well. The layout of Parowan Gap has made it a naturally formed Stonehenge. The ancient people recognized the significance of the layout and marked it with petroglyphs of the various astronomical events. Solar and lunar calenders mark the daily, monthly and seasonal cycles. They put a cairn system in place to mark the events of Solstice and Equinox. They even marked rare events that take place only once in 18 years. The site is sacred to American Indians and is a site worthy of study and protection. It is hoped that through education visitors will respect Parowan Gap and help to protect and preserve it.


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