Floresta Fóssil de Teresina, Paleontological site near Poti River, Teresina, Brazil.
Floresta Fóssil de Teresina is a paleontological site along the Poti River where tree trunks and plant remains from prehistoric times are embedded in rock formations. The fossils lie in their original positions, allowing visitors to see the arrangement of ancient vegetation directly in the stone.
The fossils date back millions of years and document several geological periods with different plant species. These layers tell the story of how the flora in this region changed across vast stretches of time.
The site holds significance for Brazilians as a tangible connection to the deep history of their land and draws school groups seeking to understand how the region looked in ancient times. For many visitors, this place becomes a way to feel the passage of geological time directly.
The site is open for organized visits on certain days, with groups able to examine the fossils under guidance from specialists. It is best to wear appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear since you will have direct contact with rocks and the riverbank.
What surprises many visitors is that the fossils do not need to be excavated - they protrude from the rock and lie open like a book before you. You can literally touch history that is hundreds of millions of years old without any digging required.
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