"Rock Star" road tripper checking in! Self-proclaimed anyway! Road trips and visits to all 50 states are my game. Find your next road trip destinations here. Fill your bucket list with fantastic US journeys. I love road trips and spare no effort in making my travels and experiences inviting for members of the road-tripping family! Pick a trip you want to take, or get inspired to plan your own. - - The Driveby Tourist (or call me Stan!)
🪶 Discover Chaco Culture National Historical Park in New Mexico
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It’s a Journey Through Ancient History! 🌄 Hidden in the remote canyonlands of northwestern New Mexico lies Chaco Culture National Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that protects one of the most remarkable ancient communities in North America. Between A.D. 850 and 1250, the Ancestral Puebloans built enormous stone cities, ceremonial structures, and intricate road systems that became the cultural, trade, and ceremonial centers of the entire region. 🏺 The engineering and astronomical precision of the Chacoans still amaze archaeologists today — their buildings align with the movements of the sun, moon, and stars, revealing a deep connection between architecture and the cosmos. 🌞🌙 Visiting Chaco is not just a trip — it’s a step back in time. 🧭 You can explore massive “Great Houses” like Pueblo Bonito, walk ancient pathways, and witness breathtaking desert skies that look almost the same as they did a thousand years ago. ✨ For travelers seeking adventure, history, and inspiration, Chaco offers a rare connection to an ancient world that continues to shape the cultural landscape of the American Southwest. 🛖💫 Whether you’re a history buff, stargazer, or explorer, Chaco Culture National Historical Park is a journey you’ll never forget! You’ll find other places in New Mexico much like this (but likely not as spectacular). So don’t “sleep on” New Mexico! "Traveling is talking with other centuries.” Classic Rock song: "Inca Roads” by Frank Zappa Please email me about your visits to ancient history sites! Here is the Premium Subscription page: You will get early access to new blog posts, one extra weekly newsletter, and access to all past newsletters. And occasionally, I'll ask for votes on content! Stan Featured Post: This link takes you to a post from a trip on the Great River Road. I visited Poverty Point, a World Heritage Site. It preserves a civilization from approximately the same time period as Chaco Culture National Historical Park. |
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"Rock Star" road tripper checking in! Self-proclaimed anyway! Road trips and visits to all 50 states are my game. Find your next road trip destinations here. Fill your bucket list with fantastic US journeys. I love road trips and spare no effort in making my travels and experiences inviting for members of the road-tripping family! Pick a trip you want to take, or get inspired to plan your own. - - The Driveby Tourist (or call me Stan!)
Pack your bibs and put on your dancing shoes, because we’re heading to the heart of Acadiana! Deep in the misty, moss-draped lands of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, lives a resident who is a little bit "pinchier" than the rest. Welcome to the home of the Giant Crawfish Sculpture! 🦞⚜️ In the "Crawfish Capital of the World," the mudbugs aren't just a delicacy—they’re legendary. This oversized, crimson sentinel stands tall as a whimsical monument to the spirit of the swamp. With his massive claws and...
On February 26th, I'm headed out to cover the south end of the Great River Road Plus. As in plus more attractions in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Indiana. Here's a link to my preview post. If you want to follow along, here's a link to my "The Driveby Tourist" Facebook page. I'll be posting quick posts about the trip daily. And, I'll send "regular" updates to my email list. You can sign up on The Driveby Tourist website. Thanks to all for following me. Until next time.......
A a In the small town of Newbury, NH, a simple piece of roadside graffiti has become a legendary symbol of enduring love. 🌲💖 Along Route 103, a jagged stone outcropping bears a message that stops travelers in their tracks: "Chicken Farmer, I still love you." The legend began in the 70s or 80s (the legend is unclear), when a shy teenage boy, smitten with a girl who lived on the chicken farm across the street, painted "Chicken Farmer, I love you" on a rock. 🐔💌 Too nervous to speak to her in...