Type of site:
Rock-Shelters
Place of location: Moratalla town
Village/Town: Moratalla
Municipality: Moratalla ()
Region: Murcia
State: Spain
Telephone: 968 955195
Website: https://turismodelsegura.com/actividades-escolares
E-mail: turismo@ayuntamientomoratalla.net
Natural Environment:
The area surrounding the rock shelters is characterized by rugged and mountainous terrain, with rocky outcrops, cliffs, and valleys.The landscape may include Mediterranean vegetation such as scrubland, pine forests, and oak woodlands, adapted to the semi-arid climate of the region. the natural environment described above is typical of many areas in Murcia in southeastern Spain. It provides the backdrop for the prehistoric rock art found in the region and contributes to its cultural and ecological significance.
Archaeological evidences in the site:
The rock shelters contain significant examples of prehistoric rock art, including paintings and engravings created by early human inhabitants.The rock art depicts human figures, animals, symbols, and abstract motifs, providing insights into the beliefs, rituals, and daily life of prehistoric peoples.
their archaeological evidence contributes to our understanding of prehistoric art and human history in the broader context of the Iberian Peninsula.