It has been a long time in the works, but the hard work of Navajo Nation officials and Artsco, Inc. is paying off.

The Navajo-owned business has officially announced a May groundbreaking for “The View Hotel and Resort” in Monument Valley and is expected to be completed by July 11, 2008 to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the tribal park.

The long-awaited resort will encompass nearly 50,000 square feet, with each room including a balcony for a scenic view of the area’s monuments.

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