Roches gravées de la Carapa, Pre-Columbian rock art site in Kourou, French Guiana
The archaeological site contains more than 200 rock engravings featuring human figures with triangular heads and bodies marked by simple lines.
First mentioned in a 1904 cadastral plan, the site was officially rediscovered in 1992 and classified as a historical monument in 1993.
The indigenous petroglyphs display anthropomorphic figures with distinctive M and W patterns representing arms and legs, reflecting pre-Columbian artistic techniques.
The archaeological center opens Monday afternoons, Wednesdays morning and afternoon, and Thursday afternoons, offering free 30-minute guided tours.
Located in the Pariacabo industrial zone, the site preserves over 150 ancient engravings, including a pattern known as the Hippopotamus of the Savannah.
Location: Kourou
GPS coordinates: 5.15925,-52.66461
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:43
French Guiana contains rainforests, rivers and coastal areas. This list includes nature reserves with birds and turtles, colonial historical sites, indigenous rock carvings and traditional villages. The region displays a mix of South American nature and French history.
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