THE GREAT GALLERY
HORSESHOE CANYON OF CANYONLANDS PARK, UTAH

The Great Gallery is considered to be the greatest example of Native American Petroglyphs in North America.  The Great Gallery is in Horseshoe Canyon, located in Canyonlands Park in Southeast Utah. 
A panel stretching over 200 feet dated to what could be at least 3000 years old.  The anthropomorphic style has created much debate over the meaning.  My favorite explanation is that they are visions of the after life, as a result of astral projection. The power of the art is enhanced by the natural setting and protected courtesy of a difficult trek via unpaved roads and a required hike into the canyon.
Protected by an overhang, a dry climate and no nearby roads, these ancient petroglyphs
of Barrier Canyon Art are the oldest of the wonders created by the North American Natives.
A closeup of the most famous section of the gallery, known as the Holy Ghost and Attendants.
The dominant figure, the Holy Ghost, is about seven feet tall.
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