Font-de-Gaume, Prehistoric cave in France
Font-de-Gaume, located in Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, is a cave in France featuring prehistoric polychrome paintings and engravings.
This monument was classified as a historic monument by the French Ministry of Culture in 1910.
The cave accumulates some of the last multicolored prehistoric paintings in France, earning its inclusion as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visiting hours are limited; hence it is advisable to reserve tickets in advance to experience this time capsule.
Font-de-Gaume is unique in its survival of colorful imagery from prehistory, with other similar sites having faded over time.
Location: Les Eyzies
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