WHERE IS THIS?

Built to Last

You're looking at the 13th century Southwestern equivalent of a Manhattan brownstone. Indeed, its name is an Anglicization of a word essentially meaning brownstone. (The true name was probably a reference to the snake grass growing in the "yard.") Built between A.D. 1250 and 1350, the complex would have covered roughly four city blocks, housing around 1,000 people in 600 rooms. It was surely a hotbed of drama. Today, a different tribe manages it, preserving the culture and stories contained in these crumbling brown stones.

Win a collection of our most popular books! To enter, correctly identify the location featured above and e-mail your answer to [email protected] - type "Where Is This?" in the subject line. Entries can also be sent to 2039 W. Lewis Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85009. Please include your name, address and phone number. One winner will be chosen in a random drawing of qualified entries. Entries must be postmarked by October 15, 2008. Only the winner will be notified. The correct answer will be posted in our December issue and online at arizonahighways.com beginning November 1. August 2008 Answer: Hackberry General Store. Congratulations to our winner, MaryAnn White of Paso Robles, CA.

Shine On.

Our most romantic dinner together wasn't one set to candlelight. It was bathed in the stunning golden light of dusk, followed by all the neon colors of a Sonoran Desert sunset. It was one of those evenings we will never forget - an experience that will always shine on in our memories.