Rock paintings up to 10,000 years old found in Khon Kaen park
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Rock paintings estimated at up to 10,000 years old have been found in Phu Pha Man National Park, Khon Kaen. Officials surveyed five sites on 10 Nov. Further study will pin down their age. Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin ordered the sites registered and protected.
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Why it matters
The government hopes the sites can eventually support historical tourism and educational activities in the national park, and create opportunities for nearby communities.
What's next
The findings will undergo further study to establish more precise dates and identify the cultures linked to the paintings and other remains.
Key dates
- 10 NovOfficials from the DNP, the Fine Arts Department and local communities survey five archaeological sites in Phu Pha Man district.
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