Cave of Pego do Diabo, Limestone cave in Loures, Portugal
The cave features multiple chambers within a limestone outcrop, situated 250 meters above sea level, 20 kilometers north of Lisbon.
Archaeological excavations between 1988 and 1989 revealed six distinct stratigraphic layers, with evidence of human occupation dating back 34,500 calendar years.
The cave contains numerous Dufour bladelets, stone tools that demonstrate advanced projectile technology methods used by early human populations.
Visitors can reach the cave by car and a subsequent 500-meter walk, with the entrance remaining open throughout the year.
Research at the site provided crucial data about interactions between Neanderthals and modern humans during the late Aurignacian period.
GPS coordinates: 38.86444,-9.21833
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:11
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