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Grab yourself a late deal >Prehistoric fossil find: Costa Blanca
Prehistoric remains from the late Miocene era that could be over eight million years old have been found by scientists on the Costa Blanca.
The remains of a prehistoric creature, similar to a mastodon were found by scientists digging at Crevillent, according to typicallyspanish.com.
The scientists uncovered the fossilised remains of the animal that is similar to a woolly mammoth and would have fed on leaves rather than grazing.
Scientists will now study the remains to find out more about the creature.
Holidaymakers will be excited by the news of archaeological finds along the Costa Blanca, and visiting the area could provide a lesson into pre-historic history.
La Nucia is nearby to where the remains were found and lies in one of the most beautiful regions on the coast.
The Marine Baixa surrounds the village and is the perfect place for holidaymakers looking to relax in a quiet villa surrounded by beautiful scenery of the hills.
The mountain setting provides stunning views across the sea that are sure to relax and calm anyone holidaying in the area.
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