Ignateva Cave

Located on the Sim River bank, this limestone cave extends 620 meters with branching corridors and halls at 11 meters above water level.

The cave received its current name from Elder Ignat, who according to regional tales lived within its chambers during the nineteenth century.

Archaeological research revealed over 50 ancient red ochre and black charcoal drawings depicting humans, horses, mammoths, rhinoceros, and geometric patterns.

The entrance chamber measures 12 by 12 meters, leading to multiple passages with an average width of 3 meters and height of 2.3 meters.

Scientists discovered drawings of a human figure marked with 28 red dots, potentially representing a menstrual cycle calendar from ancient times.

Location: Serpijevka

GPS coordinates: 54.89872,57.78019

Latest update: May 12, 2025 17:44