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13 Nov, 07:29

New find at Karahan Tepe - a hoard of stone vessels and plates. The bowls are made of black colored chlorite stone and are fully decorated with geometry and animal patterns. Numerous fireplaces were found in a structure that probably was a public building complex.
11,000 years old Karahan Tepe is just 37 km away from Göbekli Tepe, Türkiye.

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10 Nov, 08:28

The Haja-no-Ontachi, a remarkable sword believed to have been forged during Japan’s Edo period (1603-1868), is housed at the Isonokami Shrine in Nara. Known as the “Demon-Quelling Great Sword,” it measures approximately 15 feet (465 cm) in length and weighs around 165 pounds (75 kg), making it one of the largest swords ever created in Japan.

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06 Nov, 12:54

Gazing down from the sky, the breathtaking vista of Lake Kootenay in Canada unveils a captivating underwater geoglyph, an artistic mystery woven into the fabric of nature. These alluring patterns ignite our imaginations, prompting us to wonder about the artisans behind them and the meanings they might convey. What secrets lie beneath the lake’s surface? How long has this remarkable design been concealed in the depths? This revelation beckons us to delve into the enigmatic world hidden beneath the waves, where untold stories await our discovery.

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06 Nov, 12:54

In Kodachrome Basin State Park, Utah, there are captivating carvings recognized as petroglyphs linked to the Fremont culture, which flourished over a millennium ago. The sandstone etchings, resembling handprints, showcase the artistic expressions of the Fremont people, who employed these carvings for communication, storytelling, and rituals. Although the exact significance of these petroglyphs remains unclear, they provide essential glimpses into the cultural and spiritual practices of this ancient society.

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02 Nov, 13:10

After all, we are descended from reptilians

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02 Nov, 07:55

The "Polish Pyramids" are a group of megalithic tombs that have been discovered in Wietrzychowice, Poland. They are elongated mounds with a length of up to 150 m and a height of 2-3 m, probably belonging to Funnelbeaker culture, 4000 years BC.

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02 Nov, 07:55

🔸Sculpture of a female figure, probably a yakshi (nature spirit). Mathura, India, around 200 AD.

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02 Nov, 04:22

Elongated skulls

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01 Nov, 22:00

The Swastika, also referred to as the swastika, is one of the oldest and most widespread symbols on planet Earth. And if you thought that it is a symbol that represents evil and death, you are very very wrong. To be short and clear, the Swastika symbol stands for peace and prosperity and is a very positive symbol.

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31 Oct, 21:55

The ancient Incas possessed a profound understanding of existence, perceiving death not as an end, but as a transformative rebirth—a transition where energies metamorphose, carrying forth the wisdom gleaned from past lives. Within the hallowed walls of the Temple of the Condor, this philosophy springs to life, embodied in a majestic granite sculpture of a condor, its rock wings outstretched as if ready to take flight into the beyond. Here, rituals were meticulously crafted to guide the wandering spirit into the embrace of pachamama, or Mother Earth, heralding its reawakening in the vibrant realm of energy. This sacred sanctuary serves as a testament to the Incas’ profound spiritual intimacy and their intricate grasp of the cyclical dance of life, illuminating their remarkable metaphysical wisdom and the timeless journey of the soul.

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29 Oct, 20:47

Obscure History Of Atlantean Statues In Ancient Toltecs’ City Of Tula

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29 Oct, 08:43

The Crocodile Stone is a peculiar rock, located in the Vat Phou Temple complex in Laos, that contains the carving of a crocodile. It was possibly the site of an annual human sacrifice in pre-Angkorian times (before the 9th century CE)

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29 Oct, 08:42

Heights. Ancient giants. And little people are not children. Look at the size of the palm tree.

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29 Oct, 05:01

Pompeii, 1st century BCE 🤭

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29 Oct, 03:25

The Abandoned City of Thamugadi: A Roman Mystery
Thamugadi, also known as Timgad, stands as one of the most well-preserved Roman cities in North Africa. Founded by Emperor Trajan around 100 AD in modern-day Algeria, it was built with the precision typical of Roman town planning, featuring straight streets, arches, public baths, and a theater capable of seating thousands. Today, however, Thamugadi is a ghost town—its ruins largely untouched by the passage of time.
What makes Thamugadi particularly intriguing is its gradual abandonment. Unlike many ancient cities, it did not fall due to war, plague, or a natural disaster. Instead, the city seems to have quietly slipped into decline, eventually buried beneath the desert sands. This slow fading from history raises compelling questions about what led a bustling Roman settlement to disappear so completely.
Adding to the mystery is the fact that ancient sources provide little information on the city’s decline.

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