Laetoli, Archaeological site in Ngorongoro District, Tanzania
The site contains preserved footprints in volcanic ash, showing clear evidence of early human bipedal movement from 3.7 million years ago.
Mary Leakey and her team discovered the fossilized footprints between 1976 and 1979, leading to fundamental changes in understanding human evolution.
The footprints at Laetoli provide tangible evidence of human ancestors walking upright, making it a cornerstone site for evolutionary research.
The archaeological site lies 45 kilometers south of Olduvai within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, accessible through guided tours from Arusha.
Recent excavations revealed additional sets of tracks indicating different-sized individuals, suggesting early hominid groups traveled together through volcanic terrain.
Location: Ngorongoro District
Location: Arusha Region
GPS coordinates: -2.99622,35.35240
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:31
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