Caves in Atapuerca Mountains, Spain
From series “The most interesting UNESCO sites in Spain”
The Sierra de Atapuerca archaeological area is located near the Spanish city of Burgos. The ancient cave is its central feature. Unique artifacts were discovered by researchers in it. They belong to different historical periods. They allowed finding answers to many questions related to the process of human evolution. A detailed report on the exploration of the Great Cave was published as early as 1858. It is called the Cave of Bones today.
Scientists discovered the remains of ancient people while exploring caves. They lived on our planet more than a million years ago. Stone tools were also found in the cave. Both the most primitive and more advanced tools dating back to the Bronze Age were among them. Artifacts found in the cave are actively used for a variety of research today. Research is ongoing in the cave today. The prehistoric quarry was one of the last finds. Limestone has been mined there for hundreds of years. In addition to ancient fossils, a mural was also discovered in the cave. Dating of many of the detected images remains impossible. 
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Fuel station: 'Beroil' in 3.91 km
Supermarket: 'El Alquimista de Agés' in 6.27 km
Parking: 'Autobuses Urbanos' in 8 km
Apotheek: 'Cristina Rojo Escudero' in 6.23 km
Police station: 'MasterD Burgos' in 9 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Bocateria San Miguel' in 0.64 km
Railway station: 'Villafría' in 5.73 km
Nearest airports:
» Burgos Airport RGS - in 5 km
» Vitoria Airport VIT - in 89 km
» Agoncillo Airport RJL - in 102 km
» Bilbao Airport BIO - in 117 km
» Santander Airport SDR - in 120 km
» Burgos Airport RGS - in 5 km
» Vitoria Airport VIT - in 89 km
» Agoncillo Airport RJL - in 102 km
» Bilbao Airport BIO - in 117 km
» Santander Airport SDR - in 120 km
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Best hotels near Caves in Atapuerca Mountains
Hotel Camino de Santiago
Located in 2 km from Caves in Atapuerca Mountains
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Rooms: 40
Route on the map:
Rooms: 40
The Camino de Santiago is located in the quiet, residential area of Los Tomillares along the famous pilgrim route which the hotel is named after. … More: photo, rates and booking
Ciudad de Burgos
Located in 3 km from Caves in Atapuerca Mountains
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Rooms: 126
Route on the map:
Rooms: 126
Rooms at the Hotel Ciudad de Burgos come with a 26-inch flat-screen satellite TV. They are all exterior-facing and air conditioned. Historic Burgos, … More: photo, rates and booking
Hotel Buenos Aires
Located in 5 km from Caves in Atapuerca Mountains
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Rooms: 87
Route on the map:
Rooms: 87
Breakfast is served in the cafeteria at Buenos Aires Hotel. Guests can enjoy traditional cuisine made with local produce for lunch and dinner in the … More: photo, rates and booking
Las Vegas
Located in 6 km from Caves in Atapuerca Mountains
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Rooms: 78
Route on the map:
Rooms: 78
The hotel offers good accommodation and friendly and professional service. Located along the famous Camino de Santiago pilgrimage footpath as well as … More: photo, rates and booking
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135 km - Mundaka Beach
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136 km - Ladder Gastelugache
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Top destination around Caves in Atapuerca Mountains - Burgos
The Gothic Cathedral is a beautiful landmark of the city. It took three centuries to build it. The shape is the building is reminiscent of a Latin cross. The building’s length is eighty-four meters, and its width is fifty meters. The main portal of the cathedral is situated in the west part of the building. It is called in the name of Our Lady. There are also several naves, one of which is central.
Virgin Mary is very popular in Burgos, so all icons in the cathedral are dedicated to her. Local people regularly visit the cathedral to pray to Our Lady. The southern part of the church has the sacred gate with a statue of Jesus Christ and the angels surrounding him. The gate with twelve apostles decorates the northern part of the cathedral. The cathedral exhibits a famous artifact, the sword of El Cid, a popular national hero.
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Virgin Mary is very popular in Burgos, so all icons in the cathedral are dedicated to her. Local people regularly visit the cathedral to pray to Our Lady. The southern part of the church has the sacred gate with a statue of Jesus Christ and the angels surrounding him. The gate with twelve apostles decorates the northern part of the cathedral. The cathedral exhibits a famous artifact, the sword of El Cid, a popular national hero.
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