Dolní Věstonice, Upper Paleolithic archaeological site in South Moravia, Czech Republic.
This archaeological complex at the base of Mount Děvín contains multiple excavation areas with preserved settlements, hearths, and numerous prehistoric artifacts.
The systematic excavations started in 1924 by Karel Absolon revealed extensive evidence of human habitation dating back approximately 26,000 years.
The site yielded numerous ceramic figurines depicting humans and animals, including the notable Venus of Dolní Věstonice made from fired clay.
Researchers discovered a settlement structure with five dwellings arranged around a central hearth, protected by a bone fence made from mammoth remains.
Analysis of the clay floors revealed preserved indentations of ancient netting, indicating advanced hunting techniques beyond mammoth hunting.
Location: Dolní Věstonice
GPS coordinates: 48.88333,16.65000
Latest update: May 13, 2025 00:02
Dívčí hrady
1.2 km
Děvín in Moravia
1.6 km
Triple burial of Dolní Věstonice
335 m
Church of Saint Michael
633 m
Vysoká zahrada
980 m
Country homestead
753 m
Thaya
428 m
Socha svatého Floriána
534 m
Radnice
691 m
Socha svatého Floriána
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Socha svatého Jana Nepomuckého
711 m
Pomník rodiny Ludwiczkovy západně od Pavlova
1.5 km
Statue of John of Nepomuk in Pavlov
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Viniční dům čp. 154
1.7 km
Socha Panny Marie Pomocné
604 m
Socha Věstonické Venuše v Dolních Věstonicích u silnice
525 m
Viniční dům čp. 159
1.5 km
Viniční dům čp. 158
1.6 km
Výklenková kaplička
517 m
Viniční dům če. 57 / čp. 160
1.6 km
Barokní hřbitov v Pavlově
1.6 km
Usedlost čp. 5
749 m
Usedlost čp. 92
489 m
Viniční dům čp. 161
1.7 km
Usedlost čp. 4
756 m
Kříž u Dolních Věstonic vedle silnice
992 m
Viniční dům čp. 155
1.7 km
Usedlost čp. 9
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