Human presence in what is now the province of Santa Elena dates back more than 10,000 years. There are several museums along the Spondylus Route that provide visitors with a glimpse into this history. The map below shows you the museums you can visit […]
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The accidental discovery of the Megatherium mastodon, or giant ground sloth, and subsequent studies placed the existence of this megafauna between 50,000 and 20,000 BC. Following this discovery, the Paleontological Park was formed to preserve the habitat of this find. The Megatherium (which could weigh up to 5 tons and measure 4 […]
