Akhshtyrskaya Cave, Archaeological cave in Adlersky District, Sochi, Russia.
The limestone cave extends 160 meters deep into the mountain, forming a large corridor that divides into two separate halls above Mzymta River.
French scientist Edouard Alfred Martel discovered the cave in 1903, leading to extensive archaeological excavations that began with Sergei Zamyatin in 1936.
Excavations between 1999 and 2008 revealed over 6,000 bone fragments from ancient animals including cave bears, deer, bison, and wolves.
Visitors can access the cave exclusively through guided tours, utilizing specially installed ladders and lighting systems for safe exploration.
The cave contains distinct layers representing human habitation spanning 350,000 years, documenting the transition from Neanderthal to Cro-Magnon populations.
Location: Krasnodar Krai
Location: Adlersky City District
Location: Resort Town of Sochi
GPS coordinates: 43.51917,39.99639
Latest update: March 7, 2025 03:52
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