Reserva Natural Cueva del Indio, Nature reserve in Islote, Arecibo, Puerto Rico
This coastal nature reserve feels quiet and fresh with rugged limestone cliffs, natural rock arches, and the constant sound of ocean waves crashing against the rocks below.
The reserve holds ancient petroglyphs carved by the Taíno people hundreds of years before Columbus arrived, making it one of the most significant sites for indigenous history on the island.
Walking among the stone carvings gives you a sense of connection with the island's earliest inhabitants, whose symbols and figures still tell stories of their rituals and daily lives.
Parking is available along the roadside for free or in a small lot for a few dollars, and the best time to visit is during daylight at low tide.
From the cliffs you can see seven natural arches lined up along the coast, and if you're lucky, dolphins or sea turtles sometimes appear in the clear water below.
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