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The West Coast of the United States - Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend. The road to Horseshoe Bend is all sandy, uphill, and scorching. It takes an hour to go back and forth, and the car can't drive

West Coast USA—Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend. The road to Horseshoe Bend is completely sandy, hilly, and scorching. It takes an hour to walk there and back, and cars can't drive in, so you have to hike. I recommend wearing sand-resistant shoes, sunscreen, and bringing water! 😳 Antelope Canyon is a narrow underground canyon. It can be quite hot and stuffy inside, but security is strict and doesn't allow water, so I was thirsty after sweating. There were also a lot of people inside, especially those taking photos, which blocked the path, so getting out required patience.
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