Somewhat to the right, but in the bed of the creek, there were two magnificent trees, the forest still extending back on either side.
Beneath these trees there was a large mound of earth, that appeared to have been thrown up.

On reaching the spot we discovered a well of very unusual dimensions, and as there was water in it, we halted for the night.
On a closer examination of the locality, this well appeared to be of great value to the inhabitants.

It was 22 feet deep and 8 feet broad at the top.

There was a landing place, but no steps down to it, and a recess had been made to hold the water, which was slightly brackish, the rim of the basin being also incrusted with salt.

Paths led from this spot to almost every point of the compass, and in walking along one to the left, I came on a village consisting of nineteen huts, but there were not any signs of recent occupation.