Chimney - Rock National Monument

Managed for archaeological protection and public education, the monument's management plan focuses on:

A large, subterranean ceremonial chamber used for community gatherings and spiritual rituals. chimney rock national monument

The following paper provides a comprehensive overview of Chimney Rock National Monument , covering its establishment, cultural significance, and unique archaeoastronomical features. covering its establishment

The most significant aspect of Chimney Rock is its role as a celestial calendar. The Ancestral Puebloans used the natural framing of the twin pinnacles to track lunar and solar cycles. chimney rock national monument