Ban Chiang, Archaeological site in Udon Thani Province, Thailand
The Ban Chiang archaeological area encompasses 400 acres of oval-shaped elevated terrain, rising 8 meters above the surrounding landscape in northeastern Thailand.
Excavations at Ban Chiang revealed settlements dating back to 3600 BCE, with evidence of early rice cultivation and advanced bronze metallurgy techniques.
The site contains thousands of ceramic vessels decorated with intricate red spiral patterns, demonstrating the technological capabilities of early Southeast Asian societies.
The Ban Chiang National Museum displays artifacts from different excavation periods, including pottery, tools, and bronze objects found at the archaeological site.
The settlement developed bronze-working techniques independently from Chinese influences, producing distinctive tools and ornaments using local manufacturing methods.
Location: Ban Chiang
Website: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/575
GPS coordinates: 17.40820,103.24337
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:54
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