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<\/p>\nThe collaborative team of Snohetta and Casson Mann has completed \u201cThe International Center for Cave Art\u201d, also known as \u201cLascaux IV\u201d. Located in South Western France, this cultural complex provides visitors with an immersive educational experience, from 20,000-years-old prehistoric paintings to 3D films and even more surprises.<\/p>\n
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Architect Snohetta and scenographer Casson Mann worked closely with a team of archaeologists to create a holistic museum where visitors can enjoy walking through the caves as Indiana Jones.<\/p>\n
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Conceived in order to melt harmoniously into the landscape, the museum is located in a densely forested hillside and an agricultural valley.<\/p>\n
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Visitors\u2019 experience begins in the big lobby where they can ascend to a roof terrace overlooking the surrounding landscape. They can then descend towards the replica cave, where the damp and dark atmosphere recreates the humidity of the caves. This sequence is dedicated to contemplation, as the lights reveal the layers of paintings and engravings on the surface of the walls.<\/p>\n
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Architects used advanced digital technologies such as 3D laser scanning in order to replicate the original cave with extreme accuracy. Following its construction, 25 artists spent two years hand-painting 900 meters of resin rock reproductions. They even used the same pigments used by prehistoric painters.<\/p>\n
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Upon exiting, visitors arrive at a transitional space known as the \u201ccave garden\u201d, where they can learn about the history of the V\u00e9z\u00e8re Valley and its cave paintings. The exhibition is also equipped with interactive screens that explain the artistic process used by Palaeolithic artists.<\/p>\n
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The Cave Art Theatre presents a 3D film which allows visitors to prolong the visit and learn about the influence of prehistoric cave art on contemporary artists. \u00a0This educational and recreational content has been curated by John Paul Jouary, professor, philosopher and author, whose work is devoted to the relationship between Palaeolithic and contemporary art.<\/p>\n
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With its interesting historical content and entertaining activities, the museum is attracting for both the young and the old, a great choice for a family visit!<\/p>\n
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