Terra Amata Archaeological Site, Nice

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Terra Amata is an archaeological site in open air located on the slopes of Mount Boron in Nice, at a level 26 meters above the current sea level of the Mediterranean. It was discovered and excavated in 1966 by Henry de Lumley. The site, originally on a prehistoric beach, contained tools of the Lower Paleolithic period, dated to about 400,000 BCE, as well as traces of some of the earliest use of fire in Europe. The site now lies beneath an apartment building and a museum of prehistoric Nice, where some of the objects discovered are on display. ()

Local name: Terra Amata Coordinates: 43°41'52"N, 7°17'22"E

Address

Impasse Terra-AmataMont Boron (Carnot)Nice France

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+334 93 55 59 93

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Terra Amata Archaeological Site – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: MAMAC, Palais Lascaris, Castle of Nice, Place Masséna.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Terra Amata Archaeological Site?

Nearby attractions include Résidence Carnot, Nice (3 min walk), Svetà, Nice (9 min walk), Place du Pin, Nice (10 min walk), Atelier Tsadé, Nice (11 min walk).

How to get to Terra Amata Archaeological Site by public transport?

The nearest stations to Terra Amata Archaeological Site:

Bus

Gustavin • Lines: 100, 15 (3 min walk)
Carnot • Lines: 15 (3 min walk)

Tram

Port Lympia • Lines: 2 (7 min walk)
Garibaldi • Lines: 1 (14 min walk)

Ferry

Nice Ferry Terminal (11 min walk)

Train

Nice Riquier (15 min walk)