Newly discovered cave paintings in Bulgaria’s Mura Cave could revolutionize our understanding of prehistoric life, dating back 8,000 to 10,000 years and showcasing vibrant murals of religious ceremonies and hunting scenes.
Chave Cave, a UNESCO World Heritage site in France, features over 6,000 intricate images, including depictions of extinct species, dating back approximately 32,000 to 30,000 years.
El Castillo Cave in Spain houses the world’s oldest known cave painting, a red disc estimated to be over 40,000 years old, with recent findings indicating that many hand stencils were created by women.
The Leang Karang Cave in Indonesia has revealed a life-sized depiction of a pig, estimated to be at least 45,500 years old, marking it as the oldest known figurative cave painting in the world.
The Drakensburg Mountains in South Africa boast around 30,000 rock art examples created by the San people, providing insights into their daily lives and spiritual beliefs.
The Bima Rock Shelters in India contain over 600 paintings, some dating back at least 12,000 years, depicting a variety of animals and human activities, showcasing the region’s rich prehistoric ecosystem.