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Venus figurines are recognized as some of the earliest forms of art

Venus figurines are small sculptures depicting the female form that were created during the lithic periods. They are named after the Roman goddess of love, Venus, due to their association with fertility and the female body. Most have wide hips and legs that taper to a point. Arms and feet are sometimes absent, and the…

March 13, 2023
The neolithic flint mines at Spiennes Mons is one of the most culturally significant centres of world heritage

After a couple decades of believing there was something odd about the area. Finally, in 1867, a railway line was dug that cut through 25 mining shafts. It is the origin and, discovery of the site Spiennes Mons. Covering more than 100 ha (250 acres), it is the largest and earliest concentration of ancient mines…

March 3, 2023
Gobero desert is big. From 10,000 years ago. And, located in the Ténéré desert of Niger

Located in the Sahara desert Gobero, is the oldest grave site in the Sahara. It is evidence of humans adaptation to the constantly changing climates and environment in the region. Its name is from the Tuareg name for the region. It had a lake.Gobero lake was 3km in Diameter. And, 3m in depth. Some of…

January 17, 2021