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Luobi Cave

Karst cave with Yuan Dynasty inscriptions

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Luobi Cave, located in Hainan Province, China, is a significant archaeological site featuring a karst cave that has been a focal point for human activity since the Upper Paleolithic era. The cave's interior is marked by two large stalactites resembling pens, giving the cave its name. Archaeological excavations have uncovered evidence of human occupation dating back approximately 10,000 years, including fossilized human teeth, stone and bone tools, and hundreds of animal bones and sea shells. The site also contains inscriptions from the Yuan Dynasty, specifically dating to 1283 CE, and is mentioned in Ming Dynasty records. These findings provide valuable insights into early human life and cultural practices in this region, highlighting the cave's role as a significant historical and cultural landmark.

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Yuan Dynasty inscriptions

1283 CE

Ming Dynasty records

1505-1525 CE

Upper Paleolithic human activity

10,000 years ago

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Modified Caves
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China

Coordinates

18.33° N, 109.55° E