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Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Willendorf in der Wachau is a significant archaeological site located in the Wachau Valley, Lower Austria. The site is predominantly known for the discovery of the Venus of Willendorf, a 30,000-year-old figurine, which is one of the most important artifacts from the Upper Paleolithic period in Austria. The Venus figurine represents a significant artistic and cultural expression from this era. Other archaeological evidence suggests that the site has been occupied for approximately 50,000 years, indicating a long history of human habitation. The site's rich archaeological context provides valuable insights into the lifestyles, artistic practices, and environmental adaptations of early human societies during the Upper Paleolithic period.
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