The Sinagua Culture refers to a prehistoric Native American group that inhabited the northern regions of present-day Arizona from around 500 to 1425 CE. They are known for their distinctive adobe dwellings, often built into cliffs or on mesas, which provided protection from the elements and enemies. The Sinagua people practiced agriculture, growing crops like corn, beans, and squash, and they also engaged in trade with neighboring cultures. The Sinagua were influenced by the nearby Hohokam and Ancestral Puebloans, adopting some of their agricultural techniques and pottery styles. Their society was organized into small villages, and they created intricate pottery and woven goods. By the late 1400s, many Sinagua communities were abandoned, likely due to environmental changes and resource depletion.