Cave of Altacosa
Cueva de Altamira · Santillana del Mar
Contents
7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:41
A very warm and heartfelt welcome to the historic town of Santillana del Mar located within the picturesque region of Cantabria in northern Spain. You are currently standing at the threshold of the world-renowned Altamira Cave…
Listen in the app2Cave Entrance & Vestibule (The Habitation Zone)3:52
Welcome to the natural mouth and vestibule of the Cave of Altamira, the historic hearth and primary living zone of prehistoric human hunter-gatherers. As you step into this open shelter, the most astonishing archaeological…
Listen in the app3The Neocave Replica Hall (Preserving the Masterpiece)3:18
Welcome to the Neocave Replica Hall, the centerpiece of the Altamira Museum complex designed to preserve and showcase one of humanity's greatest cultural treasures. As you step into this state-of-the-art exhibition facility, the…
Listen in the app4Great Hall of Polícromos Ceiling (The Bison Ceiling)3:09
Welcome to the Great Hall of Polychromes inside the Neocave replica, home to the world-renowned bison ceiling often celebrated as the ultimate masterpiece of prehistoric art. As you look up at the ceiling, the most astonishing…
Listen in the app5The Passages of Hands and Symbols (Negative Handprints & Claviforms)2:53
Welcome to the Central Gallery and Handprint Wall, one of the most enigmatic and deeply moving sections of the Altamira Cave system. As you walk along this subterranean passage, the most extraordinary archaeological fact to…
Listen in the app6The Final Gallery / Horse Tail (Deep Cave Mystery & Vindication)3:08
Welcome to the Final Gallery, affectionately known as the Horse Tail passage, the deepest and most secluded corridor in the Altamira Cave system. Standing in this subterranean recess, the most astonishing fact to appreciate is…
Listen in the app7Closing1:36
Welcome to the museum exit plaza and scenic overlook, where our audio guide exploration of the Altamira Cave Heritage Complex comes to its conclusion. The discovery and ultimate recognition of Altamira brought about a profound…
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What is Cave of Altacosa?
Cave of Altacosa is a place in Santillana del Mar with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Santillana del Mar |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 7 |
| Total length | 20 min 37 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 43.3769, -4.1197 |
| Last updated |