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The Village of Les Eyzies LES EYZIES lies at the heart of an unspoilt area of great natural beauty with rolling hills, tranquil rivers and fascinating cliff and rock fomentations. It has some of the world’s most beautiful caves and some with outstanding crystallisations. Les Eyzies is the home to the National Prehistory Museum which houses one of the world’s most complete collections of prehistoric artefacts. The cave-lined Vézère valley has been classified as a heritage site by UNESCO. Set in the heart of this well-preserved environment, Les Eyzies imbues vistors with a sense of harmony and well-being. A prehistorian once said that there were only 2 prehistoric sites in Les Eyzies, those on the right and those on the left bank of the river! Indeed, man left vestiges of his presence in Les Eyzies as long ago as 35000 years, so it is not surprising that the study of prehistory first began and developed here under the auspices of such illustrious names as Perony, Leroi-Gourhan, Capitan and Abbot Breuil and Abbot Glory. Indeed it was in this village that CroMagnon man was discovered, as well as the cave paintings at Fond de Gaume, one of the last remaining prehistoric cave-painting sites worldwide still open to the public. Les Eyzies is home to the National Prehistory Museum which houses one of the world’s most complete collections of prehistoric artifac. Opening hours of the museum September to June : 9.30 to 12.30, and 14.00 to 17.30 Closed on Tuesdays July and August : open 7 days a week, 9.30-18.30 Fees Under 18 years: free 18 to 25 years: 3.00 Euros