3. Stonehenge of the Galapagos
Many people are surprised to find old stone carvings on the island of Floreana, similar to those on Easter Island. When Norwegian anthropologist, Thor Heyerdahl, visited on his famous Kon-Tiki expedition in 1953, he thought he’d found evidence of ancient pre-Incan culture in the Galapagos. It turns out it was a bit of a hoax. These were just the playful carvings of bored pirates, whalers and early settlers on the island. These whittled rocks are now a bit of a tourist draw even though they’re not an archaeological find.
4. Galapagos Penguins
When you think of penguins, you think Antarctica – not the equator. However, there is actually a unique species of penguin that calls tropical Galapagos home. They enjoy the chilly waters of the Humbolt current that keeps the ocean at a comfortable temperature here. These penguins mate for life, and both mom and pop tend the eggs and raise the chicks. There are less than 2000 pairs of penguins left in the Galapagos today.
