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L16065
Native Nameບໍ່ຮູ້, មិនស្គាល់
BA#L16065
SizeMedium
ConditionDry
TypeAncient Reservoir
Location
DistrictSoukhoumma
ProvinceChampassak
CountryLaos
Coordinates14.55746, 105.64304
History
VerificationUnknown



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Site Size & Condition: Unknown Site Size & Condition: Ancient Reservoir L16065 (ບໍ່ຮູ້ - Pronounced: Unknown)

Another substantial-sized reservoir located close to the ancient north-south road with an east by southeast alignment and a clearly discernable rectangular, tree-covered embankment. The baray is some 100m x 200m and appears to be at least partially filled by water or swampy ground. Immediately to the west of the reservoir is a 2nd, small square area which would logically indicate a tuol or temple foundations but in this case, is also water-filled. Again, the area is clearly marked by lines of vegetation.

There are no reports of any vestiges but our, admittedly evidence-free suggestion, would be a small moated site where the moat has eroded or submerged a former central raised area. (A thousand years of wallowing water buffalos perhaps?) A dry-season poke around in the centre of the pond may be worthwhile?


If you happen to be in the area and visit this site, we would love to find out more about the site such as the name of the site, the size and condition of the site, what is still in situ and a few photos of the site.

We highly recommend that you consult a local guide or villager to escort you to the site, as there is a possibility of mines or UXO's when visiting remote and secluded sites. If you do decide to venture out on your own, please follow the beaten path and becareful!

Beyond Angkor does not guarantee that you will find any remains at this site. The site has been listed based a probability of a site existing at this particular location. We are not equip with 1.5 million dollar LIDAR equipment like the professional archaeologists, to scan the landscape for ancient formations, instead we have simply used the naked eye on satellite imagery to determine these 'probable' historic sites. We are pleased to say that a large number of sites we seeked remotely from the comforts of our own home, have been confirmed to be in fact 'tuols'. As sites are confirmed by explorers and reported, we have then appropriately relisted the sites with the local name and details of what have been found in situ. These sites can be found in the category No CISARK.

Beyond Angkor and the team at Beyond Angkor are not liable for any damages or injuries sustained when seeking out any historical sites listed, especially of these unknown sites. Please ensure you have the relevant travel insurance for your journey and let someone know where you are headed each day.


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