Monument Valley Sight is a term used to describe the iconic landscape of Monument Valley, Arizona. It is characterized by its large sandstone buttes and mesas, which are both prominent features of the area. The BUTTE is a steep-sided hill or mountain with a flat top, while the mesa is an elevated area of land with a flat top and sides that are usually steep cliffs. Both of these landforms are visible from miles away and have become a symbol of the American Southwest.