Denisova Cave, Archaeological cave in Altai Mountains, Russia.
The limestone cave contains three main chambers with a central floor measuring 9 by 11 meters at an elevation of 670 meters.
Scientific excavations began in 1977, leading to discoveries of human remains, stone tools, and artifacts dating back more than 280,000 years.
Researchers discovered bone fragments in 2008 belonging to a new human species, now known as Denisovans, who inhabited the cave alongside Neanderthals.
The cave maintains a constant temperature near 0°C, making it an excellent preservation environment for ancient DNA and organic materials.
Scientists identified seven distinct individual fossils classified as Denisovans or Neanderthals, including a bone needle from 50,000 years ago.
Location: Soloneshensky District
Elevation above the sea: 670 m
GPS coordinates: 51.39758,84.67621
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:35
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