July 24, 2026July 10, 2026 Eilene Lyon Permanence? Purple cliffs stand there As if they had always been And always would be Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Like Loading... Related
That’s interesting. I think of that mineral causing black streaks on sandstone walls like at Mesa Verde or Canyon de Chelly. LikeLike
Eilene Lyon 
Striking photo and words. Where is this?
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Here in Durango. And they really are called “The Purple Cliffs.”
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I can see the purple.
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I’m not sure what the mineral content is that causes it.
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according to AI, it would be manganese.
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That’s interesting. I think of that mineral causing black streaks on sandstone walls like at Mesa Verde or Canyon de Chelly.
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And they are so beautiful!
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Very distinctive feature here in Durango!
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I don’t doubt it!
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Beautiful!
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Thanks, Liz!
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You’re welcome, Eilene!
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