Flagstaff- Grand Canyon - Page 232 miles

Even if at the sunrise the sky was blue.........we had another day with rain !!


After an amazing breakfast at "Downtown Diner" , Olly ( the first from right ) said that it was the best bacon he ever had , we left Flagstaff quite early, in a very sunny morning and a perfect temperature !



On the way to the South Rim we rode through the Kaibab national forest ( red pines ) .Ride into this beautiful enviroment gave us a very big sense of freedom !!!!


Approching the Grand Canyon the black clouds we noticed at the horizon moved over us again, but even if the sky became dark grey we arrived at the entrance of park dryed! We parked the bike and following the sign "scenic view observatory " we took a short walk and...........we remain breathless !!!!!!!
I felt we were so blessfull to be there and watch that spectacular view : one of the seven marvelous of the Earth! We sat down speechless for at least 15 min ! I do not have any word to describe the magnificent work that mother earth gave to us ( we've felt so small ).

Captured from the beauty of the scenery , we remain there walking back & forth for at least a couple hours, 'till we are been forced to leave the area because the clouds were opening the shower !


On the way down and considering what we were seeing above us ,

we did change our mind and instead to go to Kayenta we took the road to Page ( lake Powell ) . This city has nothing particular to decribe . The only thing that caught my attention it was the year of foundation 1957 (my year) because of the Dam's construction !
We had a dinner at Butterhead rest. , it's been a disaster !!!!
Olly insist to do not tip the waitress .If you come around , don't go !

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