Parque provincial de los Menhires, Archaeological park in Tafí Valley, Argentina.
The provincial park features over 50 granite megaliths scattered across the landscape, with some stones reaching heights of 3 meters and weights of 4 tons.
Archaeological studies revealed that the menhirs were created between 820 BC and 780 AD by the Tafí 1 culture, among the first potter tribes in Northwestern Argentina.
The stone monoliths display intricate engravings of human faces, animals, and geometric patterns, reflecting the religious practices of ancient indigenous communities.
The reserve stands 107 kilometers from San Miguel de Tucumán, accessible via Route 307 near El Mollar, with guided tours available for archaeological interpretation.
Each menhir was extracted, shaped, and transported without metal tools, demonstrating the advanced engineering capabilities of early Argentine civilizations.
GPS coordinates: -26.94042,-65.71056
Latest update: May 12, 2025 15:39
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