Prehistoric rock art

The valley near Vila Nova de Foz Côa, in northeastern Portugal, is home to extensive displays of underground and outdoor Paleolithic art — horses, aurochs (wild bulls), etc.

The site, which was originally to be covered with water from a dam, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998 and opened to the public. In the center is the museum Quinta da Ervamoira, showing bread making and wine producing.

Entry costs €5 ($6.25) and must be arranged in advance. Closed Monday. Phone +351 279 768 260 or 261, fax 768 270 or visit www.ipa.min-cultura.pt/coa/en.