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Dolni Vestonice

Dolní Věstonice is an important archaeological site in the Czech Republic, known for its discoveries from the Upper Paleolithic era, around 29,000-25,000 years ago. It features the remains of one of the oldest known ceramic figurines, often referred to as the "Venus of Dolní Věstonice," which depicts a female form and suggests early artistic expression. The site also reveals evidence of prehistoric living conditions, including dwellings and tools, providing insight into the life and culture of early humans, hunter-gatherers who inhabited the region during the Ice Age.