World Heritage Identification Number: 575
World Heritage since: 1992
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇹🇭 Thailand
Continent: Asia
UNESCO World Region: Asia and the Pacific
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Unraveling the Mysteries of Ban Chiang Archaeological Site: A Prehistoric Treasure Trove in Southeast Asia
The Ban Chiang Archaeological Site, nestled in the lush landscapes of Nong Han district, Udon Thani province, Thailand, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Southeast Asia. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992, this prehistoric settlement offers a unique glimpse into the early stages of human civilization in the region.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
Ban Chiang is considered the most important prehistoric settlement so far discovered in South-East Asia. It marks an important stage in human cultural, social and technological evolution. The site presents the earliest evidence of farming in the region and of the manufacture and use of metals.
Encyclopedia Record: Ban Chiang
Ban Chiang is an archaeological site in Nong Han district, Udon Thani province, Thailand. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992. Discovered in 1966, the site first attracted interest due to its ancient red-painted pottery. More recently, it gained international attention in 2008 when the United States Department of Justice, following an undercover investigation begun in 2003, raided several museums for their role in trafficking in Ban Chiang antiquities.Additional Site Details
Area: 30 hectares
Coordinates: 17.407772 , 103.237589
