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cliff dwellings

 

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Noun cliff dwelling has 1 sense
  1. cliff dwelling - a rock and adobe dwelling built on sheltered ledges in the sides of a cliff; "the Anasazi built cliff dwellings in the southwestern United States"
    --1 is a kind of
    dwelling, home, domicile, abode, habitation, dwelling house

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Cliff Dwellings

Definition

Cliff dwellings refers to ancient man-made structures built within the natural recesses or caves in the sides of cliffs or rocks. These unique dwellings were primarily constructed by indigenous peoples, such as the Ancestral Puebloans, who inhabited the southwestern regions of North America centuries ago. Cliff dwellings served as homes, fortifications, and places of communal gathering.

Examples

Noun - Historical Sites

The Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado is famous for its remarkably preserved cliff dwellings.

The Anasazi cliff dwellings in New Mexico offer an intriguing glimpse into the ancient way of life.

Noun - Architecture

The cliff dwellings showcased significant architectural prowess as they were efficiently constructed using local materials.

The cliff dwellings exhibit a remarkable integration between human-made structures and the natural landscape.

Verb - Exploration

Many adventurous tourists are keen to explore cliff dwellings to experience the rich history and cultural heritage.

Exploring the cliff dwellings from within provides a profound sense of awe and wonder.

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