Ninstints, Archaeological site on Haida Gwaii islands, Canada
The village site contains numerous wooden totem poles and remains of longhouses situated along the rocky shoreline of SGang Gwaay island.
Archaeological findings indicate continuous Haida settlement on the island for over 10,000 years until the community relocated to Skidegate in 1878.
The totem poles at Ninstints display intricate carvings that tell stories of family lineages, social status, and connections with the natural world.
Visitors must arrange transportation by boat or seaplane from Prince Rupert or other northern settlements to reach this remote UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Haida Watchmen program stations indigenous guardians at the site to protect the cultural artifacts and share traditional knowledge with visitors.
GPS coordinates: 52.09825,-131.21669
Latest update: March 8, 2025 20:19
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