About Liangkobori Cave
Liangkobori Cave is a prehistoric limestone cave located in Liangkobori Village, Lohia District, Muna Regency, Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia. It is notable as an archaeological site containing ancient rock art, including hand stencils and animal and human figures painted on cave walls. The cave is recognized as a cultural heritage site and provides evidence of early human habitation on Muna Island.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a natural limestone cave set in a karst landscape surrounded by forest and rocky terrain. Inside, the cave features low and narrow passages, stalactites and stalagmites, and walls adorned with prehistoric paintings including hand stencils and figures. The site is accessed via steps and pathways, and exploration is typically done on foot with a local guide. The surroundings are quiet and rural.
Key highlights
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Prehistoric rock paintings with hand stencils and human and animal figures
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Natural limestone cave with stalactites and stalagmites
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Archaeological site evidencing early human habitation on Muna Island
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Designated cultural heritage site of Southeast Sulawesi
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Karst landscape and rural village setting
History of Liangkobori Cave
Liangkobori Cave is an important prehistoric site on Muna Island, containing rock art estimated to be thousands of years old. The paintings, including hand stencils and depictions of humans and animals, are attributed to early inhabitants of the region and are studied as evidence of prehistoric culture and art in Southeast Sulawesi. The cave is protected as a cultural heritage site.
Culture & Context
The cave holds cultural significance for the local Muna community and is regarded as a heritage site representing the island's ancient history and artistic traditions. The rock art is valued as a cultural legacy and is used for educational and tourism purposes to showcase the prehistoric heritage of Muna.
Route
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