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Largest federally recognized tribe in the United States
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The Navajo Nation occupies a large portion of northeastern Arizona, as well as part of northwestern New Mexico and southern Utah. Its capital is at Window Rock, Arizona. Much of the "Four Corners Region", including the Four Corners landmark itself, is in the Navajo Nation.
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The largest fair of the Navajo Nation takes place during the fall in Shiprock, New Mexico. If you are in the area, it can be an interesting stop with a market fair. Not all that is sold at the market fair is Indian art, in fact, you'll find a lot of rap CDs and t-shirts harboring the name of bands loved by those below the age of 20. Nonetheless, there is Indian art to be found in some respect. You'll also find standard rides that should keep the younger entertained. Of more appreciable cultural interest are the rodeos and Indian dances. While not warranting a 2-day detour to the area, it may be worthwhile to take a day, if you are reasonably close, and time your visit with the traditional dance contest and the pow-wow. Both events consist of traditional Navajo dancing and singing. You'll also be able to enjoy Navajo burgers while you're there.
In Arizona, is a unit of the United States National Park Service that preserves a historic trading post on the reservation, and is a good starting point for looking at rugs. There is often a weaver on the premises who will be actively working on a rug (and should not be disturbed while at it -- she's likely to speak only Navajo) along with interpretive exhibits. The post also has a reasonable selection of rugs for sale at competitive prices. (They're in a back room that may not be obvious amid the usual tourist paraphernalia; ask.).
By bus
The Navajo Transit System has service from Flagstaff, Farmington, and Gallup to cities in the Navajo Nation.
Given the vast space of the reservation, the best way to get around quickly is by car.
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Navajo Nation capital
Canyon de Chelly National Monument (duh-SHAY) is a national monument within the Navajo Nation in Northern Arizona. The park preserves ruins of the indigenous tribes that lived in the area, from the Ancestral Puebloans (formerly known as Anasazi) to the Navajo, and reflects one of the longest continuously inhabited landscapes of North America.
Kayenta is a small town near the northern border of Arizona and part of the Navajo Nation. The population was 5,189 at the 2010 census.
the largest Navajo settlement
Cameron is a town in Northern Arizona, on the Navajo Nation.
a gorgeous canyon dotted with the ruins of ancient buildings
where four states meet at a point, a popular photo opportunity and the best-known attraction in the Navajo Nation (though far from the most beautiful)
park known for famous buttes, mesas, and spires that were shows in many Western films
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