By Derek Olson
A mysterious site hidden deep in the Indio Maíz jungle of southwestern Nicaragua may feature the ruins of basalt cyclopean style walls.
Known as Canta Gallo, this ancient site is sacred to native Rama people, who are descendants of the Chibcha Indians.
Canta Gallo apparently translates as screaming rooster, and oral traditions state that a rooster (gallo) is said to appear screaming (canta) at this mysterious spot once a year.
According to the Rama natives, Canta Gallo is where their ancestors practiced religious rituals and gathered to deal with community issues.
The site has also served as a safe heaven, where the Rama Indians have escaped from foreign conquerors.
According to the Rama, these structures are known to date back to at least 5000 years ago.
Surrounded by lush rivers and waterfalls, one must trudge past a few small turtle-like stone structures and stair-like structures to reach the main area of the site.
Bluish-gray stone slabs can be seen piled up to form huge stone balls and what appears to be pyramids that rise over 20 meters in height.
According to those who have made the daring journey, there are at least ten massive pyramids located in this dense jungle.
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