Plain of Jars Site 2: A Hillside of Ancient Mysteries
Explore the enigmatic Plain of Jars Site 2, where ancient stone vessels whisper secrets of a bygone era amidst serene hills and pine trees.
Plain of Jars Site 2, also known as Hai Hin Phu Salato, presents a captivating cluster of ancient stone jars scattered across two hills. This site offers a more intimate and serene experience compared to the larger Site 1, with jars nestled amidst trees and providing panoramic views.
A brief summary to Plain of Jars Site 2
- 8593+JJQ, Nak Ho, LA
Local tips
- Wear sturdy shoes suitable for climbing over a stile and walking on uneven ground.
- Stay on marked paths to avoid unexploded ordnance (UXO).
- Bring water and sun protection, as shade can be limited.
- Combine your visit with nearby Site 3 for a more comprehensive Plain of Jars experience.
Getting There
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Taxi/Tuk-tuk
From Phonsavan, hire a taxi or tuk-tuk for a round trip to Plain of Jars Site 2. Negotiate the price in advance, as fares are not metered. A typical round trip should cost between 150,000 to 250,000 LAK, depending on your negotiation skills and the number of sites you plan to visit. Ensure the driver knows which site you want to visit, as there are multiple jar sites in the area.
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Motorbike
Rent a motorbike in Phonsavan and drive to Site 2. The journey is approximately 17 km and takes about 30-45 minutes. Be aware that the roads can be bumpy, especially during the rainy season. Follow the main road southwest from Phonsavan, and look for signs indicating the Plain of Jars. Entrance to Site 2 costs 30,000 LAK, and parking is free.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Xieng Khouang Airport
14.4 km
Your gateway to the Plain of Jars: Explore the mysteries of Xieng Khouang from this convenient domestic airport.
Xieng Kouang Tourism Office
14.5 km
Your starting point for exploring the Plain of Jars and the captivating cultural and historical landscapes of Xieng Khouang Province.
Pukyo Belgian-Lao Bed & Breakfast
14.7 km
Experience Belgian comfort and Lao hospitality at Pukyo Bed & Breakfast, your peaceful retreat in Phonsavan.
Department of Information, Culture and Tourism, Xieng Khouang Province
14.7 km
Discover the cultural treasures of Xieng Khouang at the Department of Information, Culture and Tourism, your gateway to exploring Laos’s enchanting heritage.
Mr. Souk’s Adventures
15.4 km
Explore the enchanting beauty and rich culture of the region with Mr. Souk’s Adventures, your premier tour operator for unforgettable experiences.
ຊຽງຂວາງເຊັນເຕີ
15.9 km
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ຕົວແທນຈຳໜ່າຍເຈນຕິໂກ
16.0 km
Discover Phonsavan’s local store, a cultural gem offering authentic Laotian products and a glimpse into everyday life in Laos.
Favanh Mai Hotel
16.0 km
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Lieyphi Guesthouse
16.0 km
A cozy and convenient guesthouse in Phonsavan, perfect for exploring the Plain of Jars and experiencing local Lao culture.
Simmary
16.1 km
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Nice Guest House
16.1 km
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Cranky-T Café and Bar
16.1 km
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Plain of jar tour office
16.1 km
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Phonsavan Night Market
16.2 km
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Anoulackkhenlao Hotel ໂຮງແຮມ ອານຸລັກແຄນລາວ
16.2 km
Comfortable and convenient hotel in Phonsavan, perfect for exploring the Plain of Jars and surrounding attractions.
Unmissable attractions to see
Russian Tank
1.3 km
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Plain of Jars Site 3 - Ticket Office
2.6 km
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Plain of Jars Site 3
2.9 km
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Tad Lang Waterfalls
3.1 km
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The old Soviet Union settlement
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Ban Naphia Tourist Attraction
7.4 km
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Metal spoon makers
7.5 km
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Plain Of Jars Visitor Center
11.9 km
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The Cave in the Plain of Jars
12.4 km
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Cánh đồng chum
12.4 km
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ຮ້ານນັ່ງຫຼີ້ນthecamping
13.8 km
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Vietnamese War Monument
14.2 km
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Laos War Memorial
14.4 km
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ຜາປ່ອງ
14.8 km
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Xieng Khouang Provincial Museum
15.2 km
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Essential places to dine
Sukki food garden
11.0 km
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ຮ້ານນັ່ງຫຼິ້ນ The camping
13.7 km
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Nunglinthecamping
13.8 km
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ມາຮ້ານນີ້ແມ໋99
13.8 km
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Karaoke douangmala
13.9 km
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ຮ້ານປິ້ງແບ້ແອ່ນຟ້າ
14.3 km
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ຮ້ານອາຫານ ລາບແຊບຊຽງຂວາງ
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HUAY POUNGKHAM
14.4 km
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Khemna Restaurant
14.5 km
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ຮ້ານອາຫານສວນນ້ຳຫງຳ
14.6 km
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ຮ້ານປີ້ງເເບ້ ສວນນ້ຳຫງຳ
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ນາງນ້ອຍ (ປີ້ງເອັນ, ປີ້ງໃສ້, ປີ້ງເອັນເຫຼືອງ)
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ຮ້ານອາຫານແອນຟິວ
14.8 km
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ຮ້ານສະນຸກເກີນາວັງ
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Toulor Style Fram
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klao care xkh
10.1 km
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ຮ້ານຂາຍເຄື່ອງສຳອາງ
13.3 km
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ຮ້ານສົມສະໄຫວ ເອື້ອຍພົ້ວ ຊຽງຂວາງ
14.3 km
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Morning Market
14.9 km
Discover Phonsavan's Morning Market, where fresh produce and local flavors unite in a vibrant cultural experience.
Navang Handicraft Shop
14.9 km
Experience authentic Laotian craftsmanship at Navang Handicraft Shop, where unique handmade goods tell the story of local culture.
ຮ້ານເກີບໜັງມີລາຊູສ໌MILASHOES
15.0 km
Discover stylish footwear at MILASHOES in ນຳ້ຫງຳ້ໂພນສະຫວັນ, blending local craftsmanship with modern trends.
ຮ້ານ 3 ແຍກໄຟແດງນ້ຳຫງຳ ຂາຍກະບອງເພັດ - ຖົງຕີນ
15.0 km
Experience the charm of ຮ້ານ 3 ແຍກໄຟແດງນ້ຳຫງຳ, where local culture and exquisite gift baskets come together in the heart of ເມືອງແປກ.
ໂຮງແຮມລະອອງດາວ
15.2 km
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Sinnaly bueaty shop (ຮ້ານຂາຍເຄື່ອງສໍາອາງ)
15.2 km
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ຮ້ານ ເຊໂດນ ວໍເຕີ ( Xedon Warter Shop)
15.2 km
Explore the vibrant flavors and authentic products at Xedon Warter Shop in Pakxe, a treasure trove of local Lao culture and culinary delights.
ບ້ານໂພນສະຫັວນ
15.2 km
Experience local culture and flavors at ບ້ານໂພນສະຫັວນ, a charming grocery store in Phonsavan offering fresh produce and unique Laotian products.
Xiengloei Cafe
15.2 km
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Garden Coffee Shop
15.2 km
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Shopping
15.5 km
Discover the essence of local culture at Phonsavan's vibrant shopping mall, offering unique handicrafts, delicious cuisine, and a lively atmosphere.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Neej Zoo Lub Neej
9.7 km
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First Love Bar1
14.6 km
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ເທັກ Nana night club
15.0 km
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FriendZone -
15.2 km
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迪芭音乐餐吧
15.6 km
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Tree Town Restaurant and Pub (ຮ້ານອາຫານ&ບັນເທີງ ທີທາວ)
15.7 km
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The king bar and restaurant
16.0 km
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ມາຫຼີ້ນບາຣ໌
16.0 km
Discover the lively ambiance of ມາຫຼີ້ນບາຣ໌, a vibrant bar in Phonsavan that offers a unique taste of Lao nightlife and unforgettable experiences.
ນັ່ງຊິວ ບາຣ໌ກູ
16.1 km
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ຮ້ານອາຫານ PV 999
21.1 km
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ນນ
22.7 km
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ເຫຼົ້າໄຫນໍ້າເກາະເມືອງແປກແຂວງຊຽງຂວາງ
25.4 km
Experience the vibrant nightlife of Pakse at the Waterfall Bar, where refreshing drinks and friendly faces await.
ສວນອາຫານ ບີກະທິງ
33.6 km
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ຮ້ານຕຳຖ່ອຍ
41.4 km
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ຮ້ານ ອາຫານສົມວິໄລ
46.8 km
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
Nit Restaurant
22.4 km
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Big Mountain
85.1 km
Experience the electrifying nightlife at Big Mountain, Vang Vieng's premier night club, where music, dance, and fun await every visitor!
Heart Beat Club
85.2 km
Dive into the electrifying nightlife of Vang Vieng at Heart Beat Club, where unforgettable memories and dancing await every visitor.
Jungle Party all night on fridays!
85.3 km
Discover the electrifying Jungle Party in Vang Vieng, where unforgettable nights and vibrant music create the ultimate party experience.
Room 101
86.0 km
Experience the vibrant nightlife of Vang Vieng at Room 101, where the music never stops and the party goes on until dawn.
Jaidee's Bar & Restaurant
86.1 km
Experience the vibrant nightlife and delicious cuisine at Jaidee's Bar & Restaurant in Vang Vieng, a must-visit hotspot for travelers.
Insomnia Vangvieng
86.2 km
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The Big Easy Bar Vang Vieng
86.2 km
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86.2 km
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Space Bar
86.2 km
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What’s Club VangViang (ວ໋ອດຄຣັບ ສາຂາວັງວຽງ)
86.5 km
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Red Monkey Bar
86.6 km
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Kangaroo Sunset Bar
86.7 km
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皇朝會
91.3 km
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