Time Periods
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
Location
About
The Magura Cave, located in north-western Bulgaria near Rabisha, is a significant prehistoric site known for its extensive wall paintings. These artworks, dating from the Upper Paleolithic to the early Bronze Age, are among the most important in Europe, capturing religious ceremonies, hunting scenes, and deities of the societies that inhabited the region. The cave's paintings, created using bat guano, also include a solar calendar, providing insights into early timekeeping and cultural practices. The site features a main gallery with six chambers, notable for their size and natural formations, such as stalactites and stalagmites. Despite past vandalism, efforts have been made to preserve these invaluable cultural artifacts, which offer a unique glimpse into prehistoric life on the Balkan Peninsula.
Gallery
Explore photographs of ancient structures, artifacts, and archaeological excavations at Magura Cave
Archaeological Features
Explore the unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site
Artistic and Decorative Features
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Astronomical and Timekeeping Structures
Historical Timeline
Journey through time and discover key events in this site's archaeological history
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