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Mesa

usgb/ˈmeɪsə/Volume
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Desert Landscape

Mesas are typical in arid desert regions; they create dramatic landscapes.

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The Grand Canyon is surrounded by a number of iconic mesas.
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Unique Shape

Remember, mesas have a distinct flat top and steep walls, unlike mountains or hills.

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From the airplane, the mesas looked like giant tables against the Earth.
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American West

The term 'mesa' is especially common when talking about the geography of the American Southwest.

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Hiking to the top of a mesa gives you a panoramic view of the desert.
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