Yosemite National Park, California, USA. A view of the rugged famed El Capitan, from the floor of Yosemite Valley.

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A view of the rugged famed El Capitan, from the floor of Yosemite Yosemite National Park. El Capitan rises over 3,000 feet from the valley floor and presents a truly dynamic image in towering over the valley. El Capitan is intermationlly recognized and is a haven for rock climbers challenged by it sheer facing. Yosemite was founded as a national Park in 1890 and was designated a World Heritage Site in 1984, Yosemite National Park is famous for its steep cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, mountains, meadows and its diversity. Nearly 95 percent of the park is wilderness with Yosemite covering 1,187 square miles.

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Size: 6048px × 4024px
Location: Yosemite National Park, California, USA
Photo credit: © Bruce Leighty / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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