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La Gravette (site)

La Gravette is a well-known prehistoric archaeological site in southwestern France dating to the late Paleolithic period, around 15,000 years ago. It features a shelter with engraved and carved stone tools, as well as other artifacts, that reveal early human craftsmanship and symbolic thinking. The site provides valuable insights into the life, culture, and artistic expression of early humans during a time of significant environmental and human development. Its well-preserved stone tools and engravings help archaeologists understand the behaviors and artistic capabilities of our hunter-gatherer ancestors.