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Grand Canyon National
Park
The Grand Canyon is part of Grand Canyon National Park located in
the state of Arizona. It comprises 1.2 million acres of spectacular geological
formations, abundant natural wildlife and numerous desert plants and forests.
The canyon itself is 277 miles long, up to 18 miles wide in some locations
and over a mile deep. Considered one of the natural wonders of the world,
it draws more than 3 million international visitors per year. The stamp
issued on July 24, 1934 is part of a ten stamp series featuring America's
national parks. |
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