Carvings of El Jalacate
Located in the mountains of Nicaragua, one man has spent most of his life beautifying a massive cliff by hand.

📜 Hand-carved rock art by Alberto Gutiérrez, known as 'The Hermit of Estelí'.
🔍 Located in Tisey Estanzuela Natural Park, Nicaragua.

Why Go

🎨 Unique hand-carved art on a massive cliff face
🐘 Diverse carvings including animals, cathedrals, and historical ships
🏞️ Admire stunning scenery and a testament to human creativity
🚶 Pathways and benches available for visitors

Why Avoid

⚠️ Not the easiest place to find, requires local directions
🚶‍♂️ Path is not clear, involves walking through fields

Tips

🚌 Take the 6:30 a.m. bus towards El Jocote
🗺️ Ask locals for directions once off the main road
👟 Wear comfortable shoes for walking through uneven terrain

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