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TIL There are more than 400 documented archaeological sites in Canada's Ukkusiksalik National Park, including Ak&lungiqtautitalik, meaning “place of the rope game” noted for a large, distinctive stone feature. However, Ak&lungiqtautitalik is not currently open to visitors

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