🔬 Discovery

Abric Romaní

Date
1909 · confidence high
Place
Capellades, Barcelona, Spain
Credited to
Amador Romaní i Guerra (1909)
Field
Cosmos & Earth

What was discovered

Neanderthal archaeological site near Capellades (Barcelona) with exceptionally preserved wooden remains, offering unique insight into Neanderthal woodworking; discovered in 1909 by Amador Romaní.

What it led to

  • pioneering knowledge of Neanderthal woodworking
  • reference in Middle Paleolithic technology studies
  • reference stratigraphic excavation protocols
  • designation as a site of international importance

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