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Bennett's Cave, Natural cave in Gibraltar, United Kingdom

Bennett's Cave extends 12 meters deep into limestone cliffs, featuring a 40-meter high entrance and 14-meter width at its opening point.

Archaeological deposits in the upper section of Bennett's Cave contain artifacts dating from 55,000 to 15,000 years ago, marking periods of Neanderthal presence.

The cave belongs to the Gorham's Cave Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that documents the final stronghold of Neanderthal populations in Europe.

Scientific excavations in Bennett's Cave require special permits from Gibraltar authorities due to the archaeological importance of the site.

Sand deposits within Bennett's Cave reveal that during the Ice Age, the shoreline stood 4.5 kilometers away from its current position.

Location: Gibraltar

GPS coordinates: 36.11889,-5.34241

Latest update: June 10, 2025 21:18

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