Tham Piu Cave
ຖ້ຳພິວ
A cave where villagers sheltering in 1968 were hit by rocket fire, with more than three hundred killed. It is the most sorrowful memorial of the Secret War.
The cave sits on a limestone hillside. Below the entrance stand a memorial and a small memorial museum. Climbing the steps for about 10 minutes brings you to the cave mouth, where blackened rock walls can still be seen. It is about 55 km from Phonsavan and requires a hired car or motorbike. You can stop on the way to see Tai Dam villages and hot springs. Entry is about 10,000 kip. Please maintain a solemn and respectful demeanor.
Opening hours
08:00–16:30
Nearby sights
- Muang Khoun (Wat Phia Wat & That Foun)
- Phonsavan Market
- MAG UXO Visitor Centre
- Mulberries Organic Silk Farm
- Plain of Jars Site 1 (Thong Hai Hin)
- Phu Kheng Jar Quarry (Site 21)
- Plain of Jars Site 2 (Phu Salato)
- Plain of Jars Site 3 (Hai Hin Lat Khai)