Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump

While the view from cliff trail is impressive, the interpretive center is the best part of this Canadian World Heritage Site. There’s a graphic film depicting a bison hunt and exhibits about the Blackfoot Tribe modern and prehistoric. Tribal records were kept on Winter Count Robes, and a beautiful one is on display. The tribe got its name from walking through the burnt grasses during the hunts. Before they acquired horses from the Shoshone, the tribe used dogs to help carry their belongings (photo). Wonderful place to learn about the fascinating history of Alberta.

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