Le Parc du Thot, Prehistoric educational zoo in Thonac, France
Le Parc du Thot is a zoo in the Dordogne region showcasing animals that lived during the Stone Age. The park houses wolves, aurochs, and various deer species in naturalistic enclosures designed to show how these creatures lived.
The park was established to preserve and display animal species that lived in the same region as the famous Lascaux cave paintings. It links modern animal care with the archaeology of this important cultural landscape.
The park presents traditional practices from prehistoric times through hands-on activities where visitors can experiment with ancient crafts. These demonstrations show how people approached everyday tasks thousands of years ago.
The park is open year-round, with the best visiting conditions occurring from spring through autumn when the weather is mild and animals are most active. The grounds are easy to explore on foot, with seating areas placed throughout for resting.
The park museum displays preserved fossils and skeletal remains of extinct species alongside the living animals. These discoveries help visitors understand which creatures actually inhabited this region thousands of years ago.
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