The Ishi no Hōden: A Floating MarvelNestled in the serene grounds of Ōshiko Jinja, the Ishi no Hōden is a captivating megalithic monument. This Shinto shrine, located in Takasago, Hyōgo Prefecture, houses this mysterious stone, also known as Ame no Ukiishi or “The Floating Stone.”Unveiling the EnigmaThe Ishi no Hōden, carved from tuff, stands surrounded…
Neural Pathways
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Shahba
Shahba: A Historical Gem in SyriaShahba (Arabic: شَهْبَا), formerly known as Philippopolis in Late Antiquity, is a city located 87 km (54 mi) south of Damascus in the Jabal el Druze region of Syria’s As-Suwayda Governorate. Once part of the Roman province of Arabia Petraea, this ancient city holds a rich history and remains a…
The Tell Asmar Hoard
The Tell Asmar Hoard: An Ancient Mesopotamian TreasureThe Tell Asmar Hoard, dating back to the Early Dynastic I-II period (c. 2900–2550 BC), consists of twelve statues (The Eshnunna Statues). These remarkable artifacts were discovered in 1933 at Eshnunna, now known as Tell Asmar, in Iraq’s Diyala Governorate. Despite other finds in Mesopotamia, these statues remain…
Paracas Candelabra
The Paracas Candelabra: A Mysterious MarvelThe Paracas Candelabra, also known as the Candelabra of the Andes, is a prehistoric geoglyph located on the northern face of the Paracas Peninsula in Peru. This massive figure, carved two feet into the soil, stands 600 feet tall and can be seen from 12 miles out at sea. Pottery…
Pillars of Ashoka
The Pillars of Ashoka: Monuments of Ancient IndiaThe pillars of Ashoka are a series of monumental columns dispersed throughout the Indian subcontinent. These were erected by Ashoka the Great, the third Mauryan Emperor, who reigned from around 268 to 232 BC. Ashoka referred to his pillars as “Dhaṃma thaṃbhā,” meaning “pillars of the Dharma.” These…
Dolmen Sa Covaccada
Exploring the Dolmen Sa Coveccada: A Glimpse into Sardinian PrehistoryThe Dolmen Sa Coveccada, also known as S’Accoveccada, stands tall on a plateau in Sardinia. This remarkable archaeological site offers a fascinating glimpse into the island’s prehistoric past.Architectural BrillianceThe dolmen has a rectangular layout, measuring 5 meters by 2.2 meters. Its construction involved three massive orthostatic…