Monument Valley is an iconic region of the Colorado Plateau in the American West. Its most striking feature are its distinctive sandstone buttes ranging up to 1,000 feet (300 meters) high, providing a unique backdrop for hikers, photographers, and tourists alike. It lies within the territory of the Navajo Nation Reservation, making it a sacred area with a rich cultural heritage. Monument Valley has been featured in many films, music videos, video games, and other forms of media since the 1930s, and offers visitors the chance to view beautiful vistas of stunning sunsets.