Plain of Jars

The Plain of Jars is located in Xieng Khuang, northern Laos. It is a plateau with large stones resembling jars scattered throughout the area. They are from the late Metal Age, no less than 2,500 - 3,000 years ago. Archaeologists have discovered bones in the area. It is assumed that the stones resembling jars are “containers” containing bones, which is a funeral ritual for ancient Lao people. However, there was a legend about the Plain of Jars that the jars lined up here were liquor jars belonging to “Khun Chuang”, the hero of both sides of the Mekong River. It is about 5 kilometers from Phonsavan, the new capital of Xieng Khuang Province. Open for visits from 8:30 - 17:30 Admission fee is 10,000 kip per person. #historicculture #staycation #xiengkhuong