Ban Chiang an archaeological site, Prehistoric over 5,000 years, Ban Chiang National museum, Udon Thani province, Thailand

Ban Chiang an important archaeological site. Ban Chiang is located in Nong Han, Udon Thani Province, The history of prehistoric life dating back over 5,000 years.

Traces of human in those days shows many developed cultures. Especially in the field of knowledge or wisdom. It is a tool to help people live and create the society and culture of the human race for a long time. Ban Chiang culture covers more than one hundred archaeological sites in northeastern Thailand. For this reason, UNESCO has acknowledged Ban Chiang's cultural heritage as one of the World Heritage Sites.

Pottery art Of Ban Chiang. Can be divided into 3 generations.

1. Early pottery aged 5,600 - 3,000 years old.

2. Medieval pottery aged 3,000 - 2,300 years old.

3. Last pottery aged 2,300 - 1,800 years old is one of the most beautifully patterned, reflecting a peaceful society.

Ancient BanChiang people made porcelain tools and jewelry in the early stages. Prior to the use of steel. Polynesia human have evidence that bronze is used, Like to make a drum also.

Ban Chiang Archaeological Site was registered as a World Heritage Site in B.E.2535 at the 16th World Heritage Committee in Santa Fe. United States The requirements and criteria for consideration as a World Heritage Site are as follows. By confirms the evidence of the culture or civilization that is present. Or that the lost.

Getting to Ban Chiang National Museum You can drive along route number 22, Udon Thani - Sakon Nakhon Rd. At point 50 km. to the entrance of Pulu house, you will see a sign to the museum on the left. Take Highway route number 2225 about 6 km. to Ban Chiang National Museum.