In 1868, a local hunter wandered through the hills and accidentally discovered a prehistoric cave hidden for thousands of years |
A hunter’s chance discovery in 1868 led to the unearthing of the Altamira Cave, revealing prehistoric art. Initially doubted, these 14,000-year-old cave paintings, showcasing remarkable skill, are now recognized as masterpieces. Image Credits: UNESCO Photobank At high elevations, in the limestone mountains near Santillana del Mar, the land opens up as a diagonal strip of…
