Cova dels Cavalls, Prehistoric cave entrance in Tírig, Spain.
Cueva de los Caballos is a cave entrance in a natural limestone formation featuring stalactites and stalagmites situated in the Valltorta ravine. The entrance sits approximately 500 meters above sea level in a geologically significant location.
The cave was discovered in 1917 by Albert Roda and soon attracted archaeological attention. Hugo Obermaier and Paul Wernert conducted extensive research to document and study its rock paintings.
The cave displays a notable hunting scene with deer fleeing from archers, reflecting the Mediterranean rock art style found across the Iberian Peninsula.
Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and bring a flashlight to explore the cave safely. Guided tours are available and provide helpful information about the geological formations and archaeological discoveries.
The site gained UNESCO World Heritage status in 1998 as part of the Rock Art of the Mediterranean Basin on the Iberian Peninsula.
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