Grotte du Cavillon, Prehistoric cave and archaeological site in Balzi Rossi, Italy
The Grotte du Cavillon forms part of a cave system situated along limestone cliffs near the Mediterranean Sea at the Italian-French border.
Excavations at the cave, which began in 1846 under Prince Florestan I of Monaco, revealed human remains dating back 25,000 years to the Gravettian period.
The cave contains notable Paleolithic art, including an engraved horse discovered in 1971, representing one of the few examples of rock art in Italy.
The cave opens for visitors twice daily, from 11:00 to 12:00 and 15:00 to 16:00, with entrance fees of 5 euros for adults and 3 euros for young adults.
Scientists discovered several Venus figurines within the cave system, which date back 22,000 years and demonstrate early forms of human artistic expression.
Location: Ventimiglia
Part of: Balzi Rossi
GPS coordinates: 43.78409,7.53482
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:29
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