Passeport Pour Le Monde: Utah

Utah is known for it's contrasting geological diversity which is a delight for tourists and sports enthusiasts, from skiers to mountain bikers. On one side, many snow-capped peaks surround the capital Salt Lake City, which hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics. On the other, arid deserts give way to spectacularly shaped rock formations. By the time. The national parks of Arches and Bryce are just two examples of these surreal paintings formed by limestone spiers in ocher, pink and white hues. Who has not dreamed of the American Wild West at the sight of Monument Valley? However, beyond it's natural contrasts, Utah remains fairly uniform with a population with a large urban majority and Mormon faith.