The Angel on Rock is a geographical feature and alleged paranormal image that appears on a rock next to a road near Leafy Hollow in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. It is among the game's oldest myths and is one of the most frequently visited locations by myth hunters.
Description[]
A large boulder is found at the intersection of two unnamed roads in Flint County, near the entrance of The Truth's farm in Leafy Hollow. On one side of the rock formation is a mirrored image vaguely resembling a humanoid figure. The image is often considered to be that of an angel or another winged creature. There have been reported sightings of angels in the game and the angel rock is often considered a hint towards their existence, although most sightings take place on the peak of Mount Chiliad. Others claim it serves as a marker that points in the "true" direction of angels. Some players have identified it as the Mothman or Pyramid Head. This could also be a tourist attraction as a nearby town is called Angel Pine. The rock could be a symbol or namesake for the town. Some players can also see the figure having breasts, a possible reference to Adult Humor.
Debunking[]
This myth may be the result of an optical illusion. It is mostly caused by two textures coming together to form an illusion. The rock shares the same two textures on the left and right side of the rock, and they are mirrored, creating a crude shape of an angel. This is a phenomenon known as pareidolia, where the human mind tries to find familiar shapes in random images.
Video Investigation[]
 GTA San Andreas Myths & Legends -Angels HD-0 |
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