Inuksuk Point, Archaeological site on Foxe Peninsula, Nunavut, Canada
Inuksuk Point is a location with more than 100 stone structures arranged across a rocky hill near the coast. These figures stand in two separate groups and vary in form and size, with some reaching up to 6 feet (2 meters) tall.
These structures date back about 2000 years and show the long history of Inuit presence in the Arctic. The site received its National Historic Site designation in 1969, recognizing its importance as a cultural record of the region.
The stone figures show how the Inuit used their surroundings to communicate across great distances with simple materials. They represent the knowledge and observation skills of a people who lived in this land for thousands of years.
The site is best explored on foot since the structures spread across the rocky hill. Visitors should wear weather-appropriate and sturdy clothing, as the Arctic offers challenging conditions.
Some of the stone figures have openings that look like windows and align toward other structures in the distance. This suggests the Inuit used these locations as part of a larger navigation system.
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