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Learn about the Strange and Unusual Plain of Jars in Laos | Mental Itch

Uncover the mystery of the Plain of Jars in Laos! 🏺✨ Explore this strange and unusual site shrouded in history and legend. A must-read for curious travelers! 🌏 https://mentalitch.com/learn-about-the-strange-and-unusual-plain-of-jars-in-laos/

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MerMay day 18| Discovery

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Loosely inspired by the Plain of Jars, which was suspected to be used for cremation. Some local stories say that the King of giants used to brew and store large amounts of rice beer in them to celebrate his victory. If you ever decide to visit, be careful to not stray from the beaten track as there is a large amount of unexploded bombs from WW2 in that area.Also. I realised much too late the human to jar size ratio. They’re supposed to be waaaaay bigger than what I drew. 😢

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Explore Xieng Khouang Province, known for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and ancient sites like the Plain of Jars. Whether you're interested in cultural heritage, nature, or adventure, Xieng Khouang offers a unique experience for every traveler. Plan your visit today!

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Immersing myself in the serene beauty of Laos 🏯✨, from exploring ancient Buddhist pagodas 🛕 to uncovering the mysteries of the Plain of Jars 🏺, was an unforgettable journey! And cruising along the Mekong River 🚤🌿!

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Celebrations took place in Xieng Khuang province on Tuesday (Nov 29) to formally mark Unesco’s listing of the Plain of Jars as Laos’ third world heritage site.

The formal declaration of the Plain of Jars as a world heritage site took place during the 43rd Session of the World Heritage Committee in Baku, Azerbaijan, on July 10, 2019.

The ceremony in Xieng Khuang province was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Prof Dr Kikeo Khaykhamphithoune, the Deputy Governor of Xieng Khuang province, Sengviay Sengchalern, and representatives of Unesco in Bangkok, Thailand.

Prof Dr Kikeo Khaykhamphithoune hits the drum to mark Unesco’s listing of the Plain of Jars as Laos’ third world heritage site.

Speaking at the event, Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Suanesavanh Vignaket, said the Plain of Jars world heritage proposal involved 11 separate sites that contained 1,325 large and small ancient stone jars in the districts of Paek, Phaxay, Phoukoud and Kham.

The jars were carved from sandstone and granite, and their size ranges from very small to about three metres in height. They are thought to be 2,500 -3,000 years old.

There are also a number of stone slabs, which are thought to be lids for the jars, or tombstones, while tools and other items of archaeological interest were found around the jars.

The Plain of Jars is located at the intersection of two major cultural systems during the Iron Age in South-East Asia and the area is known to be a place of migration within the region, resulting in trade and cultural exchanges, Suanesavanh said.

The recognition of the Megalithic Jar Sites by Unesco is expected to swell visitor numbers and bolster the economy of Xieng Khuang province.

According to experts, the Plain of Jars comprises about 80 distinct sites but only 11 are included in the listed area as they have the highest concentration of stone jars.

Jars have also been found in Phoukhoun district in Luang Prabang province, which borders Xieng Khuang province.

Three large sites in Paek district are particularly popular with visitors. The first site is 15km southwest of the provincial capital Phonsavanh, and has about 300 jars.

The second site is 25km south of Phonsavanh and contains about 90 jars spread over two hills. The third site is 35km southeast of Phonsavanh and has about 150 jars.

Laos achieved Unesco recognition of its first world heritage site in 1995 when Luang Prabang’s old town was nominated for listing. The second followed in 2001 when the Vat Phou temple complex in Champassak province was declared a world heritage site.

The Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism is currently working on a submission to Unesco with regard to the Hin Namno National Protected Area, otherwise known as the Stone Karst Formation Forest, in Khammuan province. Source: https://www.thestar.com.my

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May 2019 BC (Before Covid) A nite in Phonsavan Laos #beforecovid #bc #phonsavan #laos #plainofjars #PandemicFatigue #emco #pkpd #r1200gsa https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ27pAGNHuu/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Plain of Jars: Secrets of Death

Travel blog featuring ideas, tips and advice on where to visit and how you can travel better & cheaper so you can explore more of the world.

The Plain of Jars is one of the most enigmatic, but also dangerous, archeological sites in the world.  From to megalithic stone jars of unknown origin to millions of exploded bombs from the Vietnam war the Plain of Jars hold many secrets of death.  Take a look at the full story of this place on my new blog post.

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The unique Plain of Jars.