Scattered over 80 sites around northeastern Laos, these heavy stone jars are an archaeological mystery. It's believed they were used for mortuary practice, but their true purpose, and how they were moved from quarries sometimes kilometres away, is still unknown. Pick up the March/April 2018 issue of Canadian Geographic to learn more!
Footage: Kasper Hanus, copyright Plain of Jars Archaeological Research Project
Edited by Alexandra Pope
Music: "Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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