Serra da Capivara National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Brazil, is an archaeological treasure renowned for its ancient rock art and prehistoric significance. Housing thousands of paintings dating back over 25,000 years, it offers evidence of early human presence in South America, set amid dramatic cliffs and canyons. Recognized by UNESCO in 1991, it’s a vital window into humanity’s distant past. The park remains a remarkable testament to Brazil’s ancient heritage.

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