Huayllay National Sanctuary, Nature reserve in Huayllay District, Peru.
The sanctuary extends over 607 square kilometers of land, featuring numerous geological formations that resemble a forest made entirely of stone.
The rock formations originated 75 million years ago when the area was underwater, later shaped by volcanic activity and glacial movements.
Ancient cave paintings within the sanctuary provide evidence of early human settlements and their artistic expressions through generations.
The sanctuary experiences temperatures between 13.8 and -8 degrees Celsius, requiring visitors to bring appropriate clothing for cold weather conditions.
The natural erosion process created specific rock shapes that display similarities to human figures, animals, and architectural structures.
Location: Huayllay
GPS coordinates: -10.94637,-76.34401
Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:22
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