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Its basically famous for its paintings. They are called "paleolithic cave paintings". The reason why they are so famous is because they are older then 15,000 years old, they are very precious. These caves are located in France and it was discovered in September 1940. Most of the paintings are of beautiful horses and locals come down and see the paintings and the beautiful caves... Two in one.

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Where are the caves of Lascaux in Africa located?

The caves of Lascaux are not located in Africa; they are in southwestern France. The Lascaux caves are famous for their prehistoric cave paintings, which are some of the oldest and best preserved in the world.


When were the lascaux caves discovered?

The caves were discovered September 12, 1940.


How many Paleolithic caves are thought to be around Lascaux?

There are about 600 Paleolithic caves around Lascaux in France. However, the most famous one is the Lascaux cave itself, known for its prehistoric cave paintings.


How much did it cost to enter Lascaux cave?

it costs 9. 00 dollars to enter lascaux caves for everyone


What is the floor of the lascaux caves made out of?

Limestone, like the walls and roof.


Why was the wall was the wall found in Lascaux France so important?

because it was so important


Who discovered the caves of lascaux?

The caves of Lascaux were discovered by four teenagers on September 12, 1940. They stumbled upon the caves while exploring the hills near Montignac, France. The caves are famous for their Paleolithic cave paintings.


What country can you find prehistoric paintings in Chauvet and Lascaux caves?

You can find prehistoric paintings in Chauvet Cave and Lascaux Cave in France.


How many Lascaux caves?

There's only one Grotte Lascaux - the painted cave - plus of course the artificial copy that we'd see as tourists. It's by no means the only cave in the region thoogh.


Where can one find more information about Lascaux?

If Lascaux is referring to caves in southwestern France which are famous for it's cave paintings then the Lascaux article in wikipedia should offer more then enough information.


Where in France are the caves famous prehistoric art?

Probably the most famous are at Lascaux


Native American rock art is similar to art found in .?

The Lascaux caves

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