states: [malaysia]
category: cultural
year: 2012
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 5.0679083333, 100.9723277778
Lenggong Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Malaysia, is an archaeological treasure trove showcasing human history spanning over 1.8 million years. This prehistoric site features ancient stone tools, skeletal remains, and cave settlements, including the notable Perak Man, one of Southeast Asia’s oldest human skeletons, dated to around 11,000 years ago. Its well-preserved open-air and cave sites offer critical insights into early human migration, technology, and culture in a tropical environment.
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