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The cave was closed to the public in 1963 after it was noticed that the change of atmosphere in the air of the caves (dure to visitors' breath) had introduced some types of fungi into the cave, and that the paintings were attacked by the development of these fungi, putting them in danger. Listed among the world heritage sites, the Lascaux cave may get into the 'endangered' heritage sites.

A replica of the original site was built nearby, and is a very astonishing place to visit.

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