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🧭 Rock Art of the Mediterranean Basin on the Iberian Peninsula

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🧭 Rock Art of the Mediterranean Basin on the Iberian Peninsula
Coves Roges – Abric III, a UNESCO World Heritage archaeological site in eastern Spain


🕐 3 min read · Updated 2 Apr 2026 at 04:31

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πŸ“‹ Fast Facts
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed for prehistoric rock art spanning Upper Paleolithic to Bronze Age
  • Located on eastern Mediterranean coast of Spain in limestone cliffs and rocky overhangs
  • Contains red and black pigment paintings depicting human figures, animals, hunting scenes, and geometric symbols
  • Part of a network of over 700 rock art sites across the Iberian Peninsula, the largest concentration in Europe

Coves Roges – Abric III is a significant archaeological site within the Rock Art of the Mediterranean Basin ...

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