Petroglyphs Collection (#2)

CAMUNI figure of Capotribu (center), headstock (bottom left), human figures
6202855 CAMUNI figure of Capotribu (center), headstock (bottom left), human figures, hunting scene; petroglyphs on Permian sandstone by Prehistoric; (add.info.: CAMUNI figure of Capotribu (center)

CAMUNI Deer hunting with snare, petroglyphs on Permian sandstone
6202854 CAMUNI Deer hunting with snare, petroglyphs on Permian sandstone by Prehistoric; (add.info.: CAMUNI Deer hunting with snare, petroglyphs on Permian sandstone)

CAMUNI circular figure of solar symbol and human figures, engraving made using the technique called "a
6202852 CAMUNI circular figure of solar symbol and human figures, engraving made using the technique called " a hammer" obtained by tapping the rocky surface of Permian sandstone with a

CAMUNI depiction of animals, human figures with spear and village buildings, petroglyphs on Permian sandstone
6202894 CAMUNI depiction of animals, human figures with spear and village buildings, petroglyphs on Permian sandstone by Prehistoric; (add.info.: CAMUNI Depiction of animals)

CAMUNI Depiction of buildings and staircases of a camuno village, petroglyphs on Permian sandstone
6202891 CAMUNI Depiction of buildings and staircases of a camuno village, petroglyphs on Permian sandstone by Prehistoric; (add.info)

CAMUNI Depiction of buildings, human figures and dog, dense petroglyphs on Permian sandstone
6202890 CAMUNI Depiction of buildings, human figures and dog, dense petroglyphs on Permian sandstone by Prehistoric; (add.info.: CAMUNI Depiction of buildings, human figures and dog)

CAMUNI Rock n. 23 with figure of four-wheeled carriage drawn by horses, petroglyphs on Permian sandstone
6202883 CAMUNI Rock n. 23 with figure of four-wheeled carriage drawn by horses, petroglyphs on Permian sandstone. by Prehistoric; (add.info.: CAMUNI Rock n)

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USA, Arizona, Canyon de Chelly, Petroglyphs

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USA, Arizona, Canyon de Chelly, Petroglyphs

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USA, Arizona, Canyon de Chelly, Petroglyphs

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Canada, Alberta, Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park, The hoodoos and the Milk River, The park is sacred to the Blackfoot and other aboriginal tribes

Mesa Verdes Petroglyph Point, Mesa Verde National Park, Unesco World Heritage Site, Colorado, USA. October 2016

Stone Figures, Miculla Sacred Valley, Tacna, Peru, 2015. Creator: Luis Rosendo
Zoomorphic figures despicting nandu and llamas from the San Francisco de Miculla petroglyphs, commonly known as the Miculla petroglyphs, located 22 kilometres from Tacna, Peru

Petroglyphs, Utah

Ancient artist at work in a cave, Kazakhstan area
Andronovo culture, ancient artist painting petroglyphs on the rocks, conveying the culture and customs of the times, Kazakhstan area. Others watch, or help by supplying light from a flaming torch

Symbols representing Fremont, Anasazi, Navajo and Anglo cultures record 2, 000 years of human activity, Newspaper Rock Historical Monument, Utah

Saudi Arabia, Najran, Bir Hima. One of the countrys most important rock art sites is remote Bir Hima where hundreds of petroglyphs have been incised in cliffs and overhangs

Ancient Petroglyphs in the high Altai near Bayan-Ulgii in western Mongolia perhaps dating to 400 AD

Libya, Fezzan, Messak Settafet. A petroglyph of felines, known as the dancing cats -stands by a ledge high above Wadi Mathendusch

NORWAY. Begby. Boats (1000 BC. ). Bronze Age
NORWAY. Begby. Boats (1000 BC.). Bronze Age

Petroglyph, Alabama Hills, Inyo National Forest, California, United States of America, North America

NORWAY. Begby. Zoomorphic figures (1000 BC). Bronze Age. Cave

Ancient rock engravings, Twyfelfontein, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Namibia, Africa

La Piedra Pintada petroglyphs, El Valle de Anton, Panama, Central America

Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Nevada. USA. Petroglyphs and brittlebush in bloom in Grapevine Canyon. Bridge Canyon Wilderness. Mojave Desert

Petroglyphs, Qobustan, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Azerbaijan

Bushman rock carving of a Gemsbok or Gemsbuck (Oryx gazella), Mik Mountains, Damaraland, Namibia, Africa

Bushman rock carvings, Mik Mountains, Damaraland, Namibia, Africa

Rock engravings in the Wadi Mathendous, giraffe, Wadi Barjuj, stone desert, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Rock engravings in the Wadi Mathendous, elephant, Wadi Barjuj, stone desert, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Rock engravings in the Wadi Mathendous, hunter with bow and arrow, Wadi Barjuj, stone desert, Libya, Sahara, North Africa, Africa

Stone engravings in stone desert, Libya, Sahara, North Africa

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Petroglyphs, also known as ancient Indian rock art, offer a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural history of various civilizations. One such remarkable site is Newspaper Rock, located near The Needles section of Canyonlands National Park in Utah, United States of America. Carved on red sandstone by scratching, these Indian petroglyphs tell stories that have withstood the test of time. Another noteworthy location showcasing petroglyphs is Parowan Gap in Iron County, Utah. This area boasts Ute Rock Art, where intricate designs are etched onto the rocks near Wolfe Ranch in Arches National Park. These petroglyphs serve as a testament to the artistic prowess and spiritual beliefs of indigenous communities. Capitol Reef National Park is home to yet another collection of captivating petroglyphs. Here, visitors can marvel at rock engravings that date back centuries and provide insights into ancient cultures' way of life. Traveling across continents brings us to Twyfelfontein in Namibia. Amongst its breathtaking landscapes lies an array of rock engravings dating from -5600 BC to 2500 BC. These masterpieces showcase the creativity and symbolism embedded within this remote region's past. In North America once again, we encounter Anasazi Indians' legacy through their sandstone carvings around 500 AD. The attention to detail and precision exhibited by these artists highlight their deep connection with nature and spirituality. Arches National Park presents us with another stunning example; detailed petroglyphs adorn rocky faces here too. Each stroke tells a story or conveys a message passed down through generations. Venturing further eastward takes us to Papa Tataku Poki nearby Tongariki within Rapa Nui National Park on Easter Island—a place renowned for its mysterious moai statues but also home to intriguing petroglyphs that add depth to this island's enigmatic history.