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Death Valley
I was somewhat apprehensive as we made our way down into Death Valley - 3.3 million acres of desert - what if we had a puncture? The road wound on for mile after mile as we descended into this National Park, which at first appeared totally arid. However, cacti, yucca and tumbleweed were apparent even though the valley bottom was cracked and dry. For me it was proabably the most amazing sight during our holiday. Yes, there were prettier places in North America, but the heat, shadows and colours on the mountains and the vast expanse of the wilderness made me feel very small. How do animals and vegetation thrive? How did people survive living there long ago? And how far had the cyclists we saw been pedalling?
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