Indian Cave Petroglyphs, West Virginia
In Harrison County, a small cave was explored in the 19th century, and inside the ruin, there were several incredible prehistoric petroglyphs. These petroglyphs portray many animals, including fish and rattlesnakes. Indian Cave is unique for its preserved state and has been described by archaeologists as “virtually unchanged.” The petroglyphs are noteworthy for their curious use of the color red, which can be found on many of these figures.
Archaeologists have concluded that the petroglyphs are the work of early Native Americans but weren’t able to identify precisely which culture. The pottery found inside the cave hints that it was occupied sometime between 500 and 1675 AD. Like other petroglyphs, the inspiration for their creation is unclear.
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