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The Entrance to the Ceremonial Roundhouse at Ahwahnee Village

The Entrance to the Ceremonial Roundhouse at Ahwahnee Village

This is a recreation of a Miwok hangie, or ceremonial roundhouse. Although it is a "recreated" structure, it still serves its ceremonial purpose for the local Miwok and Paiute people. This picture shows the entrance to the structure.
Galleries: Yosemite National Park
Keywords: ahwahnee village, ceremonial roundhouse, hangie, yosemite national park, yosemite valley
Photo Location: Yosemite National Park, California
Photographer: Dr. Roy Winkelman
Date of Photo: 07/10/2011
Device Make: Canon
Device Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Original Dimensions: 5616×3744
Picture Orientation: Landscape
GPS Coordinates: 37°44'36.00"N 119°34'33.00"W
Picture Number: 12896