Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
About
The Tabon Caves, located in Lipuun Point, Palawan, Philippines, is an important archaeological site known for its prehistoric human remains and extensive jar burials. The site is a complex of caves that have been used by early humans dating back 50,000 years, marking it as one of the earliest habitation sites in Southeast Asia. Significant finds include the Tabon Man, over 1,500 burial jars, and the Manunggul Jar, a notable burial artifact. The cave complex offers insights into early human life, burial practices, and trade connections with China during the Song and Yuan dynasties. Protected as a National Cultural Treasure, the site continues to be a focal point for archaeological studies and cultural heritage preservation.
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Storage Structures
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