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Spain

Cueva del Toro

Archaeological site Bien de Interés Cultural Human settlement

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Cueva del Toro, Archaeological cave in El Torcal Natural Park, Antequera, Spain

The cave complex rises 1,190 meters above sea level, featuring internal chambers formed by fallen blocks and a 17-meter-deep chasm at its entrance.

Archaeological excavations between 1977 and 2024 revealed four distinct phases of human occupation, with the earliest dating back to 6200 BCE during the Early Neolithic period.

The cave contains important Neolithic artifacts, including a schematic female figure resembling prehistoric Venus statues, indicating connections with broader European cultural patterns.

Scientific research continues at the cave, which forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage Antequera Dolmens Site and requires advance arrangements for visits.

Genetic studies of human remains from the cave indicate strong connections to early European farmers, with DNA patterns similar to modern populations in Spain, Sardinia, and Italy.

Location: Antequera

Part of: Antequera Dolmens Site

GPS coordinates: 36.95286,-4.53837

Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:14

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Cueva del Toro

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