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Fly in a helicopter over the Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA
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GRAND CANYON FACTS:
The Grand Canyon is one of the great natural wonders of the world. It was first set aside as a forest reserve in 1893 by President Benjamin Harrison. Later, in 1908, it was established as Grand Canyon National Monument by President Theodore Roosevelt.
It doubled in size in 1975 through an act of law signed by President Gerald Ford.
Named World Heritage Site in 1979.
Averages 5 million visitors per year.
Drops almost one mile at deepest point.
Helicopter rides over the Grand Canyon can be taken from Las Vegas, Nevada.
Tours also from other points including:
- Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona
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