Gobustan Rock Art

Gobustan Rock Art features thousands of petroglyphs depicting prehistoric life, including hunting scenes with lance-bearers, ritual dances, animal figures, bullfighting, camel caravans, and celestial symbols like the sun and stars [1]. These engravings date from approximately 5,000 to 20,000 years ago, spanning the Upper Paleolithic through medieval periods [1]. The rock art provides insight into the spiritual life and daily activities of early human populations in the Caucasus region [1]. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it forms part of the Gobustan State Historical and Cultural Reserve [1].