Dinosaur Provincial Park Jul. 16, 2024

Amidst the rugged badlands of Alberta, Dinosaur Provincial Park attracts researchers and tourists from around the world. Established in 1955, the park spans over 72 square kilometres of badlands terrain characterised by eroded sedimentary rocks. This landscape houses a treasure trove of fossils dating back over 75 million years, offering scientists and visitors a glimpse into the Late Cretaceous period.

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