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Luobi Cave
18.3304° N, 109.5478° E
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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.
Historical Timeline
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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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