In Brazil, Low Water Levels Uncover Very Old Carvings.

WATER levels; PETROGLYPHS; STONE implements; ROCK paintings

During a drought in northern Brazil, low water levels in the Negro River uncovered ancient drawings carved into a large river rock. These carvings, believed to be 1,000 to 2,000 years old, depict human faces, animals, and other figures. The site is located in the countryside of Manaus, the largest city and capital of Brazil's Amazonas state. While the drought had negative impacts on the region, such as sand and mud replacing rivers and difficulties in accessing towns, the uncovering of these carvings provided a unique and special view for locals and tourists. [Extracted from the article]

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