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The Mystery of Chaco Canyon

80% | Jan 01, 1999 | Documentary

This documentary examines the ancient ruins of Chaco Canyon, built between 850 and 1150 A.D. in northwest New Mexico. This film describes and demonstrates the intricate and precise astronomical alignments among the many buildings spread over a wide desert area. These alignments, along with other evidence, support the theory that Chaco Canyon was a major ceremonial center. Written by yortsnave

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Anna Sofaer
Director
Anna Sofaer
Writer

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Robert Redford
Narrator (voice)

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