10 Explanations Behind Supposedly Unsolved Mysteries Mysteries People want to believe in magic and miracles, so we often enjoy unsolved mysteries more than any other kind of story. For that reason, the stories of the mysteries persist—even long after we discover the actual explanations behind them. 10Atlantis Atlantis first captured our imaginations during the time of the Greek philosophers, when Plato mentioned the mysterious land in his letters to Socrates. The story was an allegory. Furthermore, modern science has proven beyond a shadow of a doubt that Atlantis did not exist. Some supporters of Atlantis believe the scope of the myth can be adjusted to fit islands, though none that match its description has been found. 9The Shroud Of Turin Pope Benedict called the Shroud of Turin the authentic burial robe of Jesus. The shroud was the focal point of discussions for centuries. Only one burial shroud from Jesus’s time has been found. 8Auras Auras are a focal point of New Age beliefs. 7The Lost Colony 6Anastasia 5The Flying Dutchman Mr. Amazing?
Lost Civilisations -- How Plausible? Lost Civilisations: How Plausible? Some of the content of this article is taken from my book, Being and Perceiving Stories of secret or lost civilisations have captivated our imaginations for centuries - from Atlantis and Shambhala in the Old World, to the search for El Dorado in the Americas. Hard evidence for the existence of such lost civilisations seems thin, and their existence is generally dismissed by the academic community. However, is it plausible to suggest, more generally, that civilisations may have risen and fallen before the beginning of the historical record? In the Old World, civilisation developed in the Middle East (Mesopotamia), Ancient China and the Indian Subcontinent (the Indus Valley Civilisation). In the New World, civilisations arose in Mesoamerica (the Olmecs, Mayans, Aztecs, etc.) and South America (Norte Chico, the Incas, etc.). Lost Civilisations - Possible Objections One limiting factor is the Earth's cycle of ice ages. Archaeology Conclusions
Scythian Princess Western Kazakhstani archaeologists have finally displayed the exclusive artifacts found in the ancient burial discovered in 2012, Tengrinews reports citing Moi Gorod and West Kazakhstan Oblast Center for History and Archaeology. The ancient burial containing remains of a noble woman was discovered in Terekty district in Western Kazakhstan Oblast two years ago and was declared the oldest "golden" burial on the territory of Kazakhstan. Taksay-1, Mound 6, Female burial This is one of the burials in the "golden series", meaning a mound containing golden fragments along with a skeleton. One such mound, discovered in south-eastern Kazakhstan in 1969, had warrior's equipment and assorted funerary goods that included 4,000 golden fragments and was dubbed the Golden Man. Krym Altynbekov's recreation of the Golden Man. The artifact of particular importance was a wooden comb depicting a battle scene in the war of the Saks against the Persians. Full garment reconstruction made by Krym Altynbekov.
6 Real Islands Way More Terrifying Than The One On 'Lost' Summer's right around the corner, and it's time to pick your next vacation spot. Now, we know the problem you're facing: You want a nice island paradise, but you also want to experience horrors beyond comprehension, and maybe you even want to die on your trip. Well, we've got some great islands for you... Ilha de Queimada Grande; A.K.A. Snake Island Over at Forests.org, there's an article that opens with a description of, "A deserted island where the forest floor writhes with the world's most venomous vipers. And no, Forests.org is not a site for terrifying Indiana Jones / Anaconda slash-fiction. Now you may be asking, "But Cracked, there are poisonous snakes in loads of countries. Remember how we mentioned the snakes only live on this one island? Not pictured: The dead people just out of shot. Now imagine five of those. Let's back up and talk about that fisherman: And the lighthouse keeper's family? Yeah. Think of the scariest premise you can for a horror movie. The year is 1945.
What Became of the Taino? If you have ever paddled a canoe, napped in a hammock, savored a barbecue, smoked tobacco or tracked a hurricane across Cuba, you have paid tribute to the Taíno, the Indians who invented those words long before they welcomed Christopher Columbus to the New World in 1492. Their world, which had its origins among the Arawak tribes of the Orinoco Delta, gradually spread from Venezuela across the Antilles in waves of voyaging and settlement begun around 400 B.C. Mingling with people already established in the Caribbean, they developed self-sufficient communities on the island of Hispaniola, in what is now Haiti and the Dominican Republic; in Jamaica and eastern Cuba; in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and the Bahamas. They cultivated yuca, sweet potatoes, maize, beans and other crops as their culture flourished, reaching its peak by the time of European contact. The Taíno impressed Columbus with their generosity, which may have contributed to their undoing.
Ten Archaeological Enigmas from Across the Globe One of the best things about archaeology is uncovering places, artifacts, and human remains that answer long-held mysteries about our past and our origins. But frequently discoveries are made that do not solve ancient puzzles, but simply raise more questions to be answered. Here we feature ten such discoveries – from indecipherable manuscripts to Frankenstein mummies, and incredible artifacts from unknown civilizations. The Unknown Origins of the Longyou Caves Located near the village of Shiyan Beicun in Zhejiang province, China, lies the Longyou caves - an extensive, magnificent and rare ancient underground world considered in China as ‘the ninth wonder of the ancient world’. The Sound Effects of Malta’s Hypogeum Hal Saflieni The Hypogeum of Hal Saflieni in Malta is a UNESCO World Heritage Site which is believed to be the oldest prehistoric underground temple in the world. The Indecipherable Voynich Manuscript In 1912, a Polish-American book dealer named Wilfrid M. By April Holloway
10 Fascinating Artifacts Of Mysterious Origin Mysteries A lot of the things that archaeologists dig up out of the ground are fairly straightforward—we know what people did with arrowheads and pots. But occasionally, we’ll turn up something that leaves experts scratching their chins and wondering “What’s that all about?” 10Middle Eastern Circles You may well be familiar with the Nazca Lines in Peru, ancient geoglyphs only properly visible from above. The “Wheels” are circular stone structures built in the desert from Syria to Saudi Arabia. The purpose of the structures is unclear. 9Fort Mountain A trail marker tells hikers in Georgia they are approaching a “mysterious and prehistoric wall.” The loose rock wall measures around 270 meters (885 ft) long and up to 2 meters (7 ft) tall in some sections. The obvious theory behind the wall says it was used to defend the mountain from attack, but this seems unlikely. The wall zigzags in a way that matches patterns found on some Native American pottery. 8Derek Mahoney’s Glastonbury Cross Dr.
Lines and Geoglyphs of Nasca and Pampas de Jumana Lines and Geoglyphs of Nasca and Palpa Located in the arid Peruvian coastal plain, some 400 km south of Lima, the geoglyphs of Nasca and the pampas of Jumana cover about 450 km2 . These lines, which were scratched on the surface of the ground between 500 B.C. and A.D. 500, are among archaeology's greatest enigmas because of their quantity, nature, size and continuity. The geoglyphs depict living creatures, stylized plants and imaginary beings, as well as geometric figures several kilometres long. They are believed to have had ritual astronomical functions. Description is available under license CC-BY-SA IGO 3.0 Lignes et Géoglyphes au Nasca et Palpa Situés dans la plaine côtière aride du Pérou à quelque 400 km au sud de Lima, les géoglyphes de Nazca et de Pampas de Jumana couvrent environ 450 km2 . الخطوط والنقوش الطبيعية في نازكا وبامباس دو جومانا تقع النقوش الطبيعية في نازكا وبامباس دو جومانا التي تمتد على 450 كلم مربع تقريبًا في الهضبة الساحليّة الجافة التي تبعد حوالى 400 كلم جنوب ليما.
The 10 Most Not-So-Puzzling Ancient Artifacts: The Ica Stones | Archaeology Fantasies As we move on down the line of the 10 most not-so-puzzling ancient artifacts, we come to the Ica Stones. These are perhaps the most perplexing to me, since I don’t understand how anyone can look at these and think they are real. A bad day for Fred Flintstone These little gems range in size from cobbles to boulders, and depict a wide variety of images from humans co-existing with dinosaurs, to advanced surgery, and spaceships with advanced technology. Apparently, this one is a modern hoax starting in 1966 when one, Dr. Javier Cabrera Darquea, a Peruvian physician, received a small carved rock as a gift for his birthday. The Fish That Started it All. Never mind that Dr. Dr. Dr. So, as always we must ask, What are the Ica Stones really? The stones themselves are varying sized pieces of Andesite, which is a type of hard volcanic rock. Then there is that pesky patina, which many supporters claim is evidence of the carvings great age. Man Hunting the Tasty Sharp-toothed Brontosaurus. Resources:
5 Mysterious Ruins That Predate Known Civilization? - The Epoch Times The universe is full of mysteries that challenge our current knowledge.In “Beyond Science” Epoch Times collects stories about these strange phenomena to stimulate the imagination and open up previously undreamed of possibilities. Are they true? You decide. Artifacts and ruins discovered all over the world have made many scientists question whether the currently accepted understanding of prehistoric culture is correct. Here’s a look at some disputed sites, thought by some to hold evidence of prehistoric civilizations far more advanced than scientists thought possible. 1. (Bosnian Pyramid via Shutterstock) Carbon dating shows the Bosnian Pyramid is 25,000 years old. Two Italian archaeologists, Dr. When the Bosnian Pyramid was first discovered in 2005, researchers could only measure the age of the topsoil covering the pyramid, which is about 12,000 years old. Dr. While many local scientists back Osmanagich, there are skeptics. 2. (Wikimedia Commons) 3. 4. (Sea of Galilee via Shutterstock) 5.
The Moray Agricultural Terraces Near Maras Location: Rediscover Machu Picchu > Peru & the Andes > Moray The Crater-like Inca Terraces of Moray The Moray circular andinas are among the most interesting Inca creations Moray is an agricultural terrace complex northwest of Cuzco, south of the Sacred Valley. It might make some of us think of UFOs or crop circles, volcano craters, but this site is just a man-made agricultural complex. Moray is harder to access than most other places in the region, therefore fewer people visit it. Moray resembles ancient Greek and Roman amphitheatres and when sighted, the traveler might feel elevated, impressed of the beautiful and almost unrealistic views. The Moray Terraces are among the most beautiful Inca creations. The Characteristics and the Purpose of the Moray Terraces The Incas have experimented with agriculture at Moray. They must have tried out different altitudes, temperatures and soil types for the plants in order to obtain the best results possible. Moray too has an irrigation system of canals.
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