**1. Mystery in the remote canyon**
– **Location:** A canyon located deep in the harsh terrain, surrounded by rocks and sand. This area is far from residential areas, almost inaccessible by conventional means.
– **Discovery:**
– Drones, during the survey of the terrain, recorded images of many skeletons scattered on the ground.
– These skeletons are of different ages. Some are identified as ancient, but there are skeletons that seem to belong to the 20th-21st century.
– The skeletons are in unusual positions, some seem to be running away, others are huddled as if looking for shelter.
– **Hypothesis:**
– It could be the result of mysterious disappearances or mass accidents.
– Some researchers hypothesize that this is an area that was affected by natural disasters such as earthquakes or flash floods.
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**2. The Sacred Gate of Aramu Muru**
– **Physical description:**
– A door carved directly into a giant monolithic slab of stone, shaped like a rectangular door.
– There are mysterious carvings on the top, believed to be characters or symbols related to ancient beliefs.
– **Historical origin:**
– According to the indigenous people, the gate is called “Puerta de Hayu Marca” (Door of the Gods).
– Legend has it that when the Inca empire was threatened, a priest brought a sacred golden disc here and disappeared through this door.
– **Modern discovery:**
– Many groups of scientists and archaeologists have studied it but have not yet come up with a clear explanation.
– Tests with sound waves and magnetic fields in the area showed unusual levels of vibration, raising suspicions that the door could be a special energy intersection point.
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**3. Dramatic rescue in the Himalayas**
– **Circumstances:**
– Rid Allen, a Scottish mountaineer, completed his journey to the top of Broad Peak (over 8,000m). While returning, he became disoriented due to harsh weather and lack of oxygen.
– **Discovery:**
– The rescue team had lost contact with Rid for more than 36 hours. A cook at the base camp happened to find his backpack, prompting the deployment of a drone to search for him.
– The drone discovered Rid stuck on a narrow ledge, where he had built a makeshift shelter by inserting climbing ropes into a crevice in the rock. – **Rescue:**
– A specialized rescue team was mobilized, using helicopters and climbing equipment to reach Rid’s location.
– He was saved, but had to be hospitalized immediately due to the risk of blood clots and hypothermia.
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**4. The Appennino statue in Italy**
– **History:**
– Created by the artist Giambologna in the late 16th century, the Appennino statue is an artistic masterpiece expressing the power and wildness of nature.
– **Detailed description:**
– The statue is a giant, half-human, fused into the stone, with its right arm as if holding a beast at its feet.
– Inside the statue are small rooms, where precious treasures of the Medici family were displayed.
– **Meaning:**
– Represents the Apennine Mountains in Italy, symbolizing the close relationship between humans and nature.
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**5. Artificial waterfall in China**
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– **Circumstances:**
– The long dry season caused Unite waterfall to lose its natural flow. The management board secretly installed a water pipe system to create a fake flow.
– **Discovery:**
– A tourist used a drone to film the water spraying from the pipe, revealing the secret of the waterfall.
– **Reaction:**
– The management board said that this action was to maintain a beautiful image for tourists. However, the online community criticized this staging, questioning the honesty of the tourist attractions.
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**6. Mishan Cave in China**
– **History:**
– Appearing since the Jin Dynasty, Mishan is one of the most important relics reflecting Buddhist art in China.
– **Features:**
– More than 7,200 Buddha statues are carved directly into the red rock, with exquisite details, combining the styles of China, Central Asia, and India.
– The frescoes are well preserved, showing skillful colors and painting techniques.
– **Meaning:**
– A sacred pilgrimage site, Mishan reflects the cultural and religious exchange over the centuries.
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**7. Monastery on a rock pillar in Georgia**
– **Location:**
– The monastery is located precariously on top of a 40m high rock pillar, near the town of Chiatura.
– **History:**
– Built in the 9th-10th century by hermits who wished to live apart from the world.
– **Meaning:**
– A symbol of religious faith and sacrifice, where monks undergo an ascetic life in search of enlightenment.
8. Mysterious Circles in the Kalahari Desert
Features:
Circles of bare grass with diameters ranging from 2 to 15m, surrounded by green grass.
Appear randomly, without any geological or biological laws.
Scientific hypothesis:
Some studies suggest that termites are the cause, as they build nests and eat all the roots of trees in the area.
Other hypotheses suggest that this is the result of natural processes, such as hot air from the ground or the distribution of groundwater.
Mystery:
Despite many studies, the real cause has not been confirmed, raising curiosity and attracting scientists from all over the world.
