Today, we will begin our exploration of Yellowstone National Park from the West Entrance. We'll start by guiding you through the West Thumb Geyser Basin, situated along the shores of Yellowstone Lake, and then proceed to Grand Teton National Park. Afterward, we'll head to Elk Antler Arches Park. Following our visit, we'll make a brief stop at Utah State Capitol and Temple Square before returning to Salt Lake City to end the trip.
West Thumb Geyser Basin (60 munities) is located on the shore of Yellowstone Lake and was formed 150,000 years ago due to the sinking of the earth's crust. Under the combination of hot springs and lake water, a wonderful landscape with smoke and mist appears: the steam of the hot springs is shrouded in smoke, and the Yellowstone Lake is filled with green waves, which are reflected against the blue sky and white clouds in the background, forming a landscape that is different from other thermal areas in Yellowstone. This area is like a bay of Yellowstone Lake, where many intermittent springs gather, and the colors of the waterspouts are varied, some are transparent green, and some are dark black like cement. Many waterspouts present a beautiful fantasy.
Elk Antler Arches Park (30 munities) is not large, with giant arches made of deer antlers in the north, south, east and west directions. The antlers are all solid and not used as deer velvet supplements, which is somewhat regrettable. These antlers are not obtained by hunting, but rather are naturally shed and renewed every spring by the large number of elk that come from the mountains to the "National Elk Reserve" in Jackson to spend the winter. After the elk leave, countless treasures are left behind.
Grand Teton National Park (90 munities), established on February 26, 1929, was named after the highest peak of the Teton Mountains. The park has an almost pristine ecosystem, with some prehistoric animals and plants still surviving here. The oldest stone is confirmed to be from 2.7 billion years ago. The lakes, rivers, and snow-capped mountains, led by Jackson Lake and Jenny Lake, together make up a peaceful world south of Yellowstone. In addition, Grand Teton National Park has an extremely rich wildlife, including American bison, grizzly bears, black bears, elk, and more.
The Utah State Capitol (30 munities) is the house of government for the U.S. state of Utah. The building houses the chambers and offices of the Utah State Legislature, the offices of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, the State Auditor and their staffs. The capitol is the main building of the Utah State Capitol Complex, which is located on Capitol Hill, overlooking downtown Salt Lake City.The Neoclassical revival, Corinthian style building was designed by architect Richard K.A. Kletting, and built between 1912 and 1916. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
Temple Square (30 munities) is a 10-acre (4.0 ha) complex, owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), in the center of Salt Lake City. Contained within Temple Square are the Salt Lake Temple, Salt Lake Tabernacle, Salt Lake Assembly Hall, the Seagull Monument, and two visitors' centers. The square was designated a National Historic Landmark District in 1964, recognizing the Mormon achievement in the settlement of Utah.
The itinerary concludes, and complimentary transportation to Salt Lake City Airport is provided.
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