Lascaux in southwestern France, caves, is home to a number of famous for its Palaeolithic paintings. Near the village of Montignac in the Dordogne, these beautiful works of art are kept for about 16,000 years old. Art lovers, amateur archaeologists and the plain curious to visit this remarkable cave paintings of Lascaux.
Because some of the best historical findings are Paleolithic cave paintings were discovered relatively recently and for this case. Youwas undefeated in four adventurous boys who seek their lost dog. They returned and reported their surprise, their teachers, who are in Henri Breuil, called one of the best specialists in prehistory.
Cave paintings of Lascaux
This large prehistoric cave paintings were made on a huge mural on the cave walls throughout, often larger than life. The pictures are very realistic images of large animals, and surprisingly, retain their color. The series of cavescalled the Great Hall of the Bulls, the Lateral Passage, the Shaft of the Dead, the Chamber of etchings, painted the gallery, and the Chamber of Felines. It makes a whole collection!
In total there are about 2000 figures, animals, human figures and abstract signs, star charts can be. Mineral pigments such as iron and manganese were used to color images. Still remains a subject of speculation about why these remote places have been selected to createThese symbolic representations. In the darkness of the caves, it is believed that some form of prehistoric lamp was used to illuminate the walls were painted.
The deterioration of the cave paintings of Lascaux
This incredible picture paleolithic cave was opened to the public and became popular after World War II, when about 1,200 people a day visit the caves. Until 1955, the carbon dioxide emitted visitors had visibly damaged the paintings. The caves were closed in 1963 andPaintings have been restored. In 1983, Lascaux II was open. This is a replica of two of salt - the Great Hall of the Bulls and the Painted Gallery. The paintings were reproduced exactly, and these can be visited today.
Other problems are the original caves to fight, despite these precautions. In 2000, the cave has been developed, a black fungus, guilt air conditioning has been installed, the use of highlights and too many visitors. In 2008 the caves were still closedScientists and experts who work only a few hours in the cave for a few days a month.
Lascaux has been included in UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979 along with other prehistoric rock art in the Valley of Vézère.
Tour of the cave paintings at Lascaux II
Planning to visit Lascaux, Lascaux II tour lasts approximately 40 minutes. The center is closed from January to early February. Closes on Monday out of seasonopen daily during the summer months.
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