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
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The Cave of La Pasiega, located in the Pas River valley of Cantabria, Spain, is an archaeological site renowned for its significant Paleolithic rock art, which includes cave paintings and engravings. These artworks primarily depict animals such as horses, deer, and cattle, along with various abstract symbols. The cave is a part of Monte Castillo's cave complex and features a labyrinthine network of galleries and chambers. The art is attributed to both Neanderthals and early modern humans, with some paintings dating back over 64,000 years. This makes La Pasiega one of the earliest known sites of human artistic expression. Its discovery has provided crucial insights into the cultural and artistic practices of Upper Paleolithic peoples.
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Artistic and Decorative Features
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