The Amazon Basin was more populated than you think

(Unless you already thought this, then it exactly as populated as you think.)

A hundred, fifty, or perhaps even 20 years ago, this idea would have seemed preposterous. Just imagine the Amazonian jungle, riddled with towns and cities – how can this be? Besides, if this was the case, then why haven’t we found any ruins, or other viable evidence? Still, more and more archaeologists are embracing this idea, believing that before Columbus arrived, the Amazon basin was actually a thriving area, with many populations, much more sophisticated and able to manipulate the environment than previously believed.

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Study shows Amazon jungle was dotted with significant towns and perhaps even cities
A hundred, fifty, or perhaps even 20 years ago, this idea would have seemed preposterous. Just imagine the Amazonian jungle, riddled with towns and cities

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