Giant boulders
Piled high.
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The Ayo Rock Formations are a jumble of huge smooth boulders near the village of Ayo in central Aruba, about 7 km in a straight line east of the capital, Oranjestad. Enormous blocks of diorite are piled on top of one another amid dry land covered in cacti. The Arawak people, the island's first inhabitants, came to these rocks, and it is said they could hear thunderstorms approaching from here. They left ancient carvings and rock paintings, some still visible, a few of which are now protected behind barriers. Paths and steps wind between the boulders, letting visitors walk among them and climb to higher points with views over the island's dry green hills and the distant coast. Lizards and birds are seen among the rocks, and tall columnar cacti surround the site. The visit is free. Do not touch the rock art or climb off the paths; the sun is strong with little shade, so go in the morning or late afternoon and bring water.
Piled high.
By the Arawak.
From the top.
Ayo, Aruba
Only on the paths and steps.
Yes.