





The notebook of Plain of Jars
Look at the valley from another angle.
Around Phonsavan, groups of stone jars occupy hills and plains. The open sites give an archaeological reading of the plateau, where secure paths must be strictly respected.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 3 days
Winter · Spring
Recommended car
Heritage · Countryside · Mountain
Limited accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Plain of Jars
Around Phonsavan, groups of stone jars occupy hills and plains. The open sites give an archaeological reading of the plateau, where secure paths must be strictly respected.
Check access, reservations and opening hours with the site before visiting.

Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Plain of Jars Site 1
- Plain of Jars Site 2
- Plain of Jars Site 3
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- Check access, reservations and opening hours with the site before visiting.
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Heritage
Plain of Jars Site 1
Site 1 brings together a large group of jars near Phonsavan. The marked routes allow us to observe the stone sets and traces of the recent history of the plateau.

Heritage
Plain of Jars Site 2
Site 2 spreads its jars over two hills in the Phaxay area. Groups and their views on cultivated land offer a comparison with Site 1.

Heritage
Plain of Jars Site 3
Site 3 is joined by the marked accesses of the Ban Xieng Di area. Its jar groups are linked to a landscape of villages and rice fields.
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