Chauvet Cave, Cave in France
The Chauvet Cave is a prehistoric cave located in southern France, near the commune of Vallon-Pont-d'Arc.
Discovered in 1994, it is considered one of the most significant prehistoric art sites due to its well-preserved paintings that date back as far as 30,000 years.
The cave's drawings depict various animals such as lions, rhinoceroses, and bears, reflecting the rich biodiversity of the Upper Paleolithic period.
Due to its delicate state, the cave is not open to the public. However, a replica cave was created for visitors to experience.
The Chauvet Cave is home to the earliest known pictorial creations of humanity.
Location: Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
Website: culture.gouv.fr/fr/arcnat/chauvet/fr
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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The Grotte Chauvet 2 - Ardèche is an exact replica of the famous Chauvet Cave.
