Pasemah megalithic site

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Pasemah megalithic site, Megalithic site in Lahat, Indonesia.

The Pasemah complex contains stone tombs, standing stones, and carved structures spread across 54 locations throughout the mountainous region of South Sumatra.

Archaeological discoveries indicate a continuous human presence in the Pasemah region dating back 3,000 years, with the first scientific documentation by Ullman in 1849.

The megalithic remains include stone mortars, chambers, and graves that demonstrate the engineering capabilities and burial practices of prehistoric Indonesian communities.

The site extends through 16 districts of Lahat Regency, with Pajar Bulan village situated 69 kilometers from Lahat city at an elevation of 695 meters.

The Pasemah megalithic complex earned recognition from MURI in 2012 as the location with the highest concentration of megalithic structures in Indonesia.

Location: Lahat

GPS coordinates: -4.06900,103.33000

Latest update: March 11, 2025 23:42

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