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Archaeologists have discovered the earliest dated cave paintings in South America in Argentine Patagonia, dating back 8,200 years.
The 895 paintings were found by Argentine and Chilean archaeologists in the Huenul 1 cave.
Its a 630 square meter rock shelter located in the province of Neuquen, some 1,100 kilometers (684 miles) southwest of the capital Buenos Aires.
Where is Huenul 1 cave ?
Huenul Cave 1 is located in the extreme north of Neuquén Province, Argentina.
It's situated in northern Patagonia, roughly 1,100 kilometers (684 miles) southwest of the capital Buenos Aires
Patagonia Region
Patagonia is a breathtaking region located at the southern tip of South America, encompassing parts of both Argentina and Chile.
It's a land of dramatic landscapes, from towering mountains and glaciers to vast steppes and deserts.
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