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‘El Poder Brutal’, a  controversial sculpture from Ecuador 

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In 1987, after a mountain in Ecuador was partially detonated, a shocking discovery was made. There, carved on the stone, was a massive face with horns, a prominent nose and fangs.

This colossal sculpture sent shockwaves through the country and the speculations about its origins and significance ran wild.

The real story behind this figure, however, was a true testament to the power of art and the drive of creativity. It was named ‘El Poder brutal’.

Click play to dive into the mystery of ‘El Poder brutal’, the striking face secretly carved into an Ecuadorian mountain.

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