Cycling NomadsDec 11

Just 4 km from Albarracín, the Prado del Navazo Trail leads to one of the most unique prehistoric rock-art sites in the Pinares de Rodeno. Here you’ll find one of the best collections of Levantine prehistoric art on the Iberian Peninsula, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage in 1998 as part of the Rock Art of the Mediterranean Basin. Among its most remarkable examples are the White Bulls of Prado del Navazo—large, white-painted animal figures (mostly bulls and horses) dating back to the Neolithic period (around 7000–5000 BC). The site is exceptional for its exclusive use of white pigment, which contrasts strikingly with the reddish sandstone walls, and it also features later schematic archer figures that depict ancient hunting tactics.

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Show threadMegan Lynch (she/her)Dec 21, 2024

Well, the weather wasn't that cooperative. You could see a bit of a beam a little late in the time window.

However, they did play the footage they recorded in 2020 when the tomb was sealed (during early pandemic) and the weather was good for it.

I think the date on the titles is a typo, though. #NewgrangeSolstice #WinterSolstice #Ireland #NeolithicArt

ParacelsianApr 26, 2023
The wonderful "Sleeping Lady" from the Neolithic Hypogeum at Ħal Saflieni. Such a powerful, tiny, ancient sculpture.
#Ancestors #NeolithicArt #Gjimbutas #Goddess