at a glance
in addition to the rock's resemblance to a human face, there are a number of ancient inscriptions and marks on the rock, which some have interpreted as remnants of ancient phoenician inscriptions. as a result of these two factors, there are a number of myths and legends associated with the pedra da gávea. the most prominent of these is that the pedra da gávea could be a portal to other dimensions, or an entrance to underground cities. aside from the fantasy, the reality is just as compelling, if not more, as the mountain is rich in tropical flora and rare wildlife, which make the pedra da gávea naturally engaging to anyone who visits.
