PROVINCE DE XIENG KHOUANG, Laos — le sommet d'un pot de pierre sur le site 3 de la plaine des pots dans le centre-nord du Laos. Beaucoup de choses restent inconnues sur l'âge et le but des milliers de pots de pierre regroupés dans la région. La plupart des récits les datent d'au moins quelques milliers d'années et des théories ont été avancées selon lesquelles ils ont été utilisés dans des rituels funéraires.

• Contributeur: David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy Banque D'Images
• ID de l’image: D72TFP
• Taille du fichier: 33,3 MB (2 MB Téléchargement compressé)
• Autorisations: Modèle - non | Propriété - non
• Dimensions: 4187 x 2782 px | 35,4 x 23,6 cm | 14 x 9,3 inches | 300dpi
• Date de la prise de vue: 2 décembre 2011
• Lieu: Site 3, Plain of Jars, Xieng Khouang, Laos

Informations supplémentaires

Photograph by David Coleman. Site 3 of the Plain of Jars is located in Xieng Khouang Province, Laos, and is one of several key sites within this UNESCO World Heritage-listed archaeological landscape. The Plain of Jars dates back to the Iron Age and is notable for its hundreds of large stone jars, which are believed to have been used for burial practices by ancient civilizations. Site 3, situated on a scenic hillside, features clusters of these mysterious jars, some of which are partially buried or scattered across the terrain. The jars vary in size and shape, with some reaching heights of up to three meters. The exact purpose and origins of these jars remain a subject of archaeological research and debate, adding to the intrigue of the site. The jars are carved from sandstone, granite, and limestone, reflecting significant effort and craftsmanship. Visitors to Site 3 can explore the jars and the surrounding landscape, which offers insights into the prehistoric culture and burial customs of the region. The site also provides a poignant reminder of Laos's rich archaeological heritage and the enduring mysteries of its ancient past. The Plain of Jars continues to be an important destination for both researchers and tourists interested in the ancient history of Southeast Asia.

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