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Cerro Autana (Autana Mountain)

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Is a geological formation located at the western portion of the Guiana Shield in the Estado Amazonas, Venezuela near the Colombian border (approximate coordinates 04°51′33.61″N 67°27′05.51″W). It is characterized by a narrow base, a flat top and almost vertical walls. Its top is at approximately 1220 meters (4003 feet). It belongs to the formations known as tepuis which are characteristic flat-top mountains of the Guiana Shield. Cerro Autana (Wahari-Kuawai ) plays the role of the "tree of life" in the oral history and lore of the Piaroa Indians which inhabit the region.

Natural Monument Stone Turtle

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Is a protected natural area located in the municipality Atures, in Amazonas state, Venezuela. It is located approximately 15 km from Puerto Ayacucho, southward. Municipality Atures. Covering 1,950 hectares, in her are settled two indigenous communities Hiwi (Guahiba) and Piaroa.