Again the same sad story applies to the ruins ... all were forsaken, deserted.
Over the centuries they have stood there, empty, forlorn, but ever lovely in the perfection of the dream which created them.
From the CLIFF DWELLERS by W.E.S. Folsom-Dickerson
MONTEZUMA WELL
The “Well,” as it is commonly called, is a separate unit of this National Monument. It is an area rich in cultural and natural history.
Geologists suggest that the Well is a sinkhole formed by water percolating through limestone. Warm, underground springs supply a daily flow of 1½ million gallons, and support a pond life devoid of fish! Nearby are the fossilized remains of irrigation ditches used to carry this water to prehistoric farmlands. Along the Well’s rim are the ruins of these farmers’ homes. Today, the water from Montezuma Well irrigates a nicely shaded picnic area abundant in bird life.
SOUTHWEST PARKS AND MONUMENTS ASSOCIATION
This publication was produced with funds donated by
Southwest Parks and Monuments Association.
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