"Discovery of Ice Age Giant Rock Art Confirms Human Settlement in the Amazon 12,600 Years Ago"

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"Discovery of Ice Age Giant Rock Art Confirms Human Settlement in the Amazon 12,600 Years Ago"
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Analysis of two prehistoric sites in the Colombian Amazon reveals that humans settled in the region around 12,600 years ago, producing rock art depicting Ice Age giants and engaging in activities such as farming and hunting. The study also identifies four waves of human activity, shedding light on the long-term history of the settlements and the lives of the ancient inhabitants.

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