Centro de Interpretación del Arte Rupestre de Monfragüe

Extremadura


This excellent new installation serves as an interpretation centre for the rock art found in the Parque Nacional de Monfragüe, close to the Castillo. The centre explains the historical context in which these neolithic artworks were created, explains how they were painted and otherwise does an excellent job of explaining these mysterious representations on remote rock walls.


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