Sangkulirang – Mangkalihat Karts: Prehistoric rock art area
Sangkulirang – Mangkalihat Karts: Prehistoric rock art area, Prehistoric rock art area in East Kutai Regency, Indonesia.
The Sangkulirang-Mangkalihat karst formations contain numerous caves and rock shelters featuring thousands of ancient paintings spread across 35 different locations.
Research indicates the rock art dates back between 5,000 and 10,000 years, created by hunter-gatherer societies who inhabited this region during prehistoric times.
The paintings depict various animals, human figures, and abstract patterns that demonstrate the artistic capabilities and daily activities of early Indonesian communities.
The site coordinates at 1.1608 latitude and 117.1589 longitude provide access points for researchers and visitors exploring the archaeological locations.
The limestone formations of the karst landscape have naturally preserved these ancient artworks for millennia, creating an outdoor museum of prehistoric expression.
GPS coordinates: 1.16080,117.15890
Latest update: March 4, 2025 11:55
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