Gaura Chindiei Cave
Romania · Europe
Features spectacular red-coloured paintings of stylised birds.
Age
Post-Palaeolithic
Period
Post-Palaeolithic
Setting
Cave
Art form
Paintings
Discovered
1977
Status
Open Access
Located in the Pescari commune in the Danube Gorge at the Iron Gates, this cave contains spectacular images of red-coloured paintings. The artwork was published in 1977 and includes a wide variety of subjects, most notably superb stylised birds.
Notable Features
- ◦ Spectacular red-coloured paintings.
- ◦ Located in the Danube Gorge at the Iron Gates.
- ◦ Superb stylised bird representations.
Depicted Subjects
Birds
Plan a Visit
AccessThis cave can be visited.
Sources & Further Reading
Hours & prices change — always confirm on the official site before travelling.
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