Padah-Lin Caves

The Padah-Lin Caves comprise nine connected chambers along a north-south axis, featuring three large sinkholes that allow natural light to enter the limestone formations.

Archaeological excavations between 1969 and 1972 revealed stone artifacts, including choppers, tools, and scrapers, with deposits dating back to 65,000 years ago.

The cave walls display numerous red ochre paintings depicting human hands, fish, bulls, bison, deer, and various objects, along with over 300 documented carved patterns.

The caves are accessible through hiking trails in the Panlaung Reserved Forest, with guided tours available to explain the prehistoric artworks and geological formations.

Several Buddhist stupas of different sizes have been constructed within the cave chambers, adding a religious dimension to this archaeological site.

Location: Ywangan Township

GPS coordinates: 21.10000,96.30000

Latest update: May 10, 2025 21:00