Oldest Map in Western Europe


Author:Caitlin Dempsey • 8/06/09 • Categorized as GIS News          

Archaeologists have deciphered what is believed to be the oldest map in Europe.  Found in a cave in Spain, the 13,660 year old map is etched into a stone the size of a hand.  The rock, depicting hunting grounds, was discovered in 1994 but it has taken the team of researchers until now to understand the markings.

Read more: Found: A pocket guide to prehistoric Spain – New Scientist

SPAIN ARCHEOLOGY STONE MAP

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Article originally published: 8/06/09

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