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What was discovered in Lascaux in 1940?
paintings in a cave.
Why did they close Lascaux caves?
The cave was closed to the public in 1963 after it was noticed that the change of atmosphere in the air of the caves (dure to visitors' breath) had introduced some types of fungi into the cave, and that the paintings were attacked by the development of these fungi, putting them in danger. Listed among the world heritage sites, the Lascaux cave may get into the 'endangered' heritage sites. A replica of the original site was built nearby, and is a very astonishing place to visit.
How was the Lascaux cave discovered?
In September 1940, a group of teenagers was wandering in the woods when the dog of one of them chased a rabbit into a small opening, into a larger hole left by an uprooted fallen tree. The dog's owner, Marcel Rabidat, thought it was the opening of an underground passage to a nearby castle and went back on the 12th of September, with three other teenagers. They enlarged the opening and slipped inside the cave with a lamp.
When was France discivered?
France has been populated by humans for hundreds of thousands of years, before written history. Neanderthals have even lived there. Cave paintings by humans exist from 20,000 years ago in Lascaux France.
What are the ratings and certificates for La grotte de Lascaux - 1996 TV?
La grotte de Lascaux - 1996 TV is rated/received certificates of: Germany:o.Al.
What was discovered in Lascaux in 1940?
paintings in a cave.
When was the Lascaux cave discovered?
The Lascaux cave was discovered in 1940 in southwestern France by a group of teenagers and their dog. The cave is famous for its Paleolithic cave paintings that date back over 17,000 years.
Where were cave paintings found?
The well known cave paintings are in Lascaux, France.
How old are the cave paintings estimated to be lascaux?
The caves were discovered September 12, 1940.
The cave of Lascaux is located in which country?
The cave of Lascaux is located in France.
What historic item was accidentally discovered in 1940 by 4 boys looking for their lost dog?
The historic item that was accidentally found in 1940 by 4 boys looking for their lost dog was the Cave of Lascaux.
What are the .Lascaux cave?
The lascaux cave is a cave in France that has animal paintings from a long time ago on the walls, and that is why it is famous.
What is the name of the famous cave in France where ancient paintings and drawings made by early human were discovered?
The Lascaux caves
What is a cave an example of?
the famous lascaux cave
What country is the lascaux cave located?
France
What country is the cave of Lascaux located?
The cave of Lascaux is located in France. Specifically, it is situated in the Dordogne region, in southwestern France.
When did lascaux cave become a tourist site?
Lascaux cave became a tourist site in 1948, shortly after its discovery in 1940. However, due to concerns about the cave's preservation, a replica known as Lascaux II was opened to the public in 1983.
