Lapedo Valley, Rock shelter and prehistoric grave site in Santa Eufémia, Portugal.
The Lapedo Valley extends for 1.5 kilometers through limestone walls carved by the Sirol River, reaching depths of 100 meters.
Archaeological excavations in 1998 revealed a 24,500-year-old child skeleton, indicating potential interactions between Neanderthals and Homo sapiens populations.
The valley contains cave paintings with anthropomorphic figures and burial sites that demonstrate advanced prehistoric funeral practices including offerings.
Visitors can explore the interpretation center at Old Mill Shelter, which displays archaeological replicas and provides information about prehistoric discoveries.
The site preserves one of the oldest biological communities in the Iberian Peninsula, featuring Mediterranean forest with cerquinho oak and native species.
Location: Leiria
GPS coordinates: 39.76166,-8.72720
Latest update: March 17, 2025 21:40
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