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Interested in some fun facts and history about Lukachukai, AZ?
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Lukachukai is a small community in the Navajo Nation located in northeastern Arizona. Here are some interesting facts about the village:
1. The name "Lukachukai" means "reed-covered place" in the Navajo language.
2. The village is located at an elevation of 6,400 feet (1,950 meters) above sea level.
3. Lukachukai is home to the Lukachukai Mountains, which are sacred to the Navajo people and contain important cultural and religious sites.
4. The village has a population of around 1,700 people, with most residents being members of the Navajo Nation.
5. The Lukachukai Health Center is the primary healthcare facility for the surrounding area, providing medical, dental, and behavioral health services to the community.
6. The surrounding area is popular for outdoor recreation, including hiking, bird watching, and rock art viewing at places like the nearby Canyon de Chelly National Monument.
7. Lukachukai is also known for its traditional Navajo rug weaving, with many residents producing and selling intricately woven rugs and textiles.
8. In 2011, the community celebrated the opening of a new solar power plant, the Lukachukai Community Solar Project, which provides clean energy to the village and helps reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.
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