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New archaeological finds, information about which is becoming available to an increasingly wider circle of people, suggest that the historical information about the past of our planet that has been put into our heads all this time requires a meaningful revision. Of particular interest are finds related to the use in ancient times of technologies that could not have been available to the ancient inhabitants of the earth.
For example, one issue of the journal Accounts of Chemical Research states that scientists have discovered that artisans who lived more than 2 thousand years ago used technology for applying thin films of metals to statues and other objects that exceeded modern standards for such work. In the article, American Chemical Society scientists argue that "the high level of competence of the artisans of this ancient period, who were able to produce objects of a quality that could not be surpassed in those times, and which has not yet been achieved by modern technology."
Gilding and silvering is a long-known process in which, using mercury, products can be coated with a thin layer of silver and gold. Sometimes this was used for fraudulent purposes, giving the appearance of silver and gold to less precious metals. So, ancient craftsmen managed, using unknown technologies, to coat products with an ultra-thin layer of precious coating, allowing the layer to adhere tightly to the surface of the product and take any shape - this technique saved precious metals and increased the durability of the product. Experts say that modern technology has not reached this level of perfection. Ancient masters, not knowing anything about physical and chemical processes, developed through trial and error own technologies, including the use of mercury as an adhesive, coated objects the thinnest layer precious metals.
Another example of amazing ancient technology from 2000 years ago is the so-called Antikythera mechanism, consisting of a complex combination of gears and used to calculate the positions of celestial bodies. We cannot remain silent about another invention of the ancients - the Baghdad battery (the prototype of the electric battery). The Baghdad battery was a clay jug containing a copper cylinder with an iron rod in the center. And although the level of technological sophistication of ancient scientists and artisans is amazing, many questions still remain about where this knowledge, ahead of its time, came from.
It must be admitted that the ancient Romans can rightfully be considered pioneers in the development of nanotechnology - the mystery of the 1600-year-old cup remains unsolved. We are talking about the jade Lycurgus Cup (the cup is decorated with scenes with the participation of King Lycurgus). When passing through the goblet of light, it changes its color from Green to Blood Red. Scientists have been trying to unravel the mystery of this phenomenon since 1950, ever since one of the English museums acquired this exhibit. Researchers have found that artisans, when making the Lycurgus Cup, impregnated the material of the cup with microparticles of silver and gold measuring 50 nanometers in diameter (for comparison, this is less than a thousandth of a grain of salt). It is believed that the Lycurgus Cup could be the key to the creation of a new ultra-sensitive technology that could be used to diagnose human diseases, as well as carry out biohazard screening of luggage at checkpoints. But a completely legitimate question arises: how did the ancient Romans know about nanoparticle technology? And what was the true significance of the 4th century artifact during the time of King Lycurgus?
There is a lot of information about the Egyptian pyramids, but most often all information can only be attributed to scientific guesses. After all, until now no one can say with certainty who actually was the builder of these grandiose structures. Egyptologists claim that at that time people lived in the “Bronze Age” and did not know what a wheel and iron were. The only thing they had at that time was a huge amount of labor. And if, with some assumption, it can be assumed that the construction of the pyramids was carried out with the involvement of an unprecedented number of people, then no arguments can explain the level of astronomical and mathematical knowledge, as well as architecture and examples of art that the Egyptians possessed.
Thus, in the Cairo Museum there are samples of stone products found at the pyramid in Saqqara (the pyramid of Pharaoh Djoser of the 3rd dynasty) and on the Giza plateau, which bear signs machining. Such circular grooves applied to these stone products could only be applied using a mechanism similar to lathe. The same traces of processing were found on other finds dating back to the period Ancient Egypt(for example, on a basalt bowl kept in the Petri Museum). The paradox is that the most skillfully found items household utensils, belong to the earliest period of ancient Egyptian civilization, and not only soft material- alabaster, but also granite.
The methods of processing granite products by ancient artisans raise many questions. For example, hollow products with a narrow and long neck are processed from the inside, which raises doubts about their handmade. Many Egyptian finds have symbols scratched into their surfaces with the names of the rulers who reigned in the earliest period of Egyptian history. These primitive writings do not correlate in any way with the elegant examples on which they are applied. Most likely, these notes can only be explained as being later scrawled on the items and indicating the names of their owners. But then a lot of questions arise again: who made them? When? Where? How? why were they in the Egyptian pyramids?..
Traces of mechanical sawing on basalt are very clearly visible on surviving examples of Egyptian pyramids. There are even “try-on” cuts on the rocks, which could only be done with the help of a stable and easy cutting tool. More interesting detail processing of hard rocks by the ancient Egyptians - drilled holes.
Thus, on the tourist trail near the obelisk in Karnach there is a fragment of processed rock with holes 2 cm in diameter and 10 cm in depth. Even a non-specialist can see that the holes were drilled in the granite with a tool that went into the hard rock like butter. These holes once again confirm that the ancient pyramid builders had a high level of technology at that time.
Scientists have found a slab of black basalt, on which a trace of circular saw. It is known that such a saw can operate on pneumatic, hydraulic or electric drive. But the Egyptians did not have such an instrument then! The slab also shows that sawing was followed by grinding, of very high quality and far superior to similar work performed manually: This would leave noticeable scratches. This quality of grinding can only be achieved with diamond-coated saws moving at great speed.
The stone floor of the destroyed temple in southern Saqqara causes considerable surprise. The stones were laid in various configurations and then someone walked over them to make them perfectly aligned (similar to how floors are sanded today). Only the material for scraping is not wood, but granite!
It is impossible not to mention one more amazing fact. In Dashur there are fragments of a sarcophagus, internal corners which are cut perfectly at right angles. And this processing is more like casting or stamping. But even modern technologies do not allow similar work.
Of course, one could believe that the construction of the pyramids was carried out directly by the Egyptians, using practically unlimited labor, but studied technological nuances giant buildings cast doubt on this version.
Most Egyptian structures reach the height of a 50-story building; processed stone blocks weighing 100-200 tons at this height were laid perfectly without any mortar. And the walls of the pyramid in Medum, as it turned out, were leveled after the construction of the pyramid! Processed inclined surface pyramids. Such work, without the use of special equipment and knowledge, is simply impossible. Today, such work can only be done using laser technology. So how could the ancient Egyptians deal with this?
As a result of excavations under the pyramid of Pharaoh Joser in the underground galleries, a stone collection was found, numbering more than 30 thousand items: plates made of stone 1.5 millimeters thick, stone vessels with a convex surface, objects very similar to laser discs, with holes in middle and many other interesting things.
Russian Egyptologist Andrei Sklyarov believes that most of the Egyptian monuments were created by representatives of the ancient earthly civilization: “You can call them Atlanteans, you can call them aliens, you can do something else, but there are an incredible amount of traces of their presence in Egypt. It’s even strange that Egyptologists did not pay attention to this before. Although now I have the impression that modern Egyptians are guessing about something, but are carefully hiding the secret.” The words of the Russian scientist are confirmed by the fact that the Great Sphinx, the creation of which was dated by Egyptologists to the years of the reign of Pharaoh Cheops, however, according to the records found on the “inventory stele”, on the orders of Cheops, it was only repaired and not erected. Consequently, the Great Sphinx was created long before the reign of Pharaoh Cheops. When they read this entry on the “inventory stele,” it was immediately hidden in the storerooms of the Cairo Museum, and another one was put up in its place - the Egyptians decided to hide this interesting fact regarding the Great Sphinx.
Perhaps the answer can be given by the assumption that the Egyptian pyramids were built on the ruins of high-tech structures. This version can be supported by research showing that the base of the pyramids is made of powerful processed structures, and above is rough clay masonry made of stones and untreated bricks.
In Abydos there is a magnificent temple built from huge blocks. On its walls there are inscriptions testifying to the repair work during the reign of the pharaohs. According to legends, this is where the god Osiris rests. Egyptologists believe that the age of the structure is at least 11 thousand years.
By the way, among other things, in Egypt there are many statues of gods, each of which weighs up to a thousand tons. Again, the question arises - how could such huge blocks of granite or quartzite be transported and installed?
Who was the actual builder of the pyramids of Ancient Egypt? Highly developed civilization? Representatives of ancient Atlantis? Alien aliens? And for what purpose were mega-structures erected almost all over the planet? Why do the myths of many peoples talk about the war of the gods? And all the ancient structures were very strong and reliable and could theoretically become shelters from a nuclear attack.
Also for a long time It was believed that the megalithic structures in South America were built by the Incas. But now the version is completely different - the builders were some technically advanced unknown civilization. This is also confirmed by the presence of megalithic polygonal masonry, which is formed by huge blocks connected without the use of mortar, and most importantly, without any gaps; depressions and holes in basalt blocks, as well as cuts, which could only be done using high-tech equipment by transporting huge blocks over rough terrain at a distance of several tens of kilometers from the quarries; structures built into steep mountain slopes; the presence of a high level of polishing of walls made of black basalt, ideal matching of joints and cuts made with high quality.
On the territory of Lebanon there is the building of Baalbek, which is striking in its size. But what is of interest is the fact that the temple terrace, built from huge blocks, is much older than the temple itself. Nine rows of stone blocks were laid as the floor of the temple, each weighing about 300 tons. It is in this temple that there are three colossal blocks called Trilithon - the Miracle of Three Stones, each weighing 800 tons, length 21 meters, height 5 meters, width 4 meters. Traces of mechanical processing are clearly visible on these miracle stones; they are joined so precisely that even a knife blade cannot be inserted between them. The Baalbek structure itself is significantly larger than the Cheops pyramid. It is possible that such a structure at that time could only be built by representatives of an extraterrestrial civilization.
Archaeologists also know of 13 crystal skulls found during excavations. Their origin is associated with the Mayan and Aztec cultures. The most interesting among them is the Mitchell-Hodges skull (“skull of fate”). Its special feature is a removable jaw, the presence of a system of prisms, lenses and channels that create unusual optical effects. It is possible that in its production the craftsmen used holographic technologies. Experts suggest that it was completed 12 thousand years ago.
In the Qutub Minar mosque (India, Delhi) there is metal column, known as the “pillar of Indra”. The column was made 1500 years ago, its weight is 7 tons, its height is 7.5 meters, its diameter is 48 cm, it does not rust, it is made of pure iron - 99.7% with a low content of carbon, sulfur and phosphorus. Such a ratio can currently only be obtained in space conditions. No one can reveal the secret of the anti-corrosion feature of this column. It is interesting that when studying the lunar soil, iron was discovered with a chemical composition similar to the Indian pillar. But at the time of the creation of Indra’s pillar, humanity did not have the technology to create such “pure” iron.
In the jungles of Costa Rica in the 40s of the last century, giant stone balls were found with an impeccable shape - a diameter of up to 3 meters, and the weight of the largest reaches 16 tons. Balls of obsidian and granite were arranged in groups and individually, forming geometric figures. They were beautifully processed and had a smooth surface. They are approximately 12 thousand years old and there are more than 300 of them. Similar balls have been found in Egypt, the mines of Western Mexico City, Germany, Romania, Kazakhstan and Franz Josef Land. One of the versions is that the balls were landmarks for spacecraft.
While digging one of the tunnels in California, two mysterious cylinders were found, consisting of platinum and an unknown metal. When heated, for example, to 50 degrees, they are able to maintain this temperature for several hours, and then instantly cool down to air temperature. When current is passed through them, the cylinders change their silver color to black, and then return to their original color. Their age is approximately 25 million years.
From all of the above, it is clear that humanity still knows very little about its history and that many discoveries and interesting finds still await us. It is possible that they will give a new impetus to earthlings in the development of new technologies.
World funds mass media, just like the general public, do not discuss the possibility of the existence of some other view of history than that officially accepted by science. Meanwhile, humanity must choose which path to follow and which view to adhere to.
Currently, there is an official history devoid of all mysteries, which only to a small extent explains the numerous Findings that were discovered during archaeological excavations. Basically, she is engaged in compiling all kinds of catalogs and digging up shards. It is therefore not surprising that alternative history is gaining more and more authority.
It should be noted that a few decades ago, scientists from these two areas worked together and were almost always able to agree, but all this stopped. There are several reasons for this: representatives of an alternative direction of history quarreled with Egyptologists, not unreasonably making the assumption that the Sphinx is much older than the oldest of the Egyptian rulers. The second reason was the appearance of K. Dunn’s book “Electrification in Giza: Technologies of Ancient Egypt”.
This is where the two directions of history diverged. Even formal politeness no longer exists; real politeness has begun. cold war. Supporters of official history even take ideology and politics into account, actively opposing any other view of the past of human civilization. This looks very strange and raises many questions.
Archaeological excavations, meanwhile, confirm that ancient people and dinosaurs lived at the same time, and the technologies of past civilizations were at such a level that one can only guess. However, the very discovery of objects and remains of animals and people indicates global catastrophe, which destroyed the ancient world.
Most often, unexplained Findings are refuted by official science, because they could not have been made in a particular historical period, and should not have existed in principle. But the fact remains: the discovered objects are proof that ancient technologies were significantly superior to modern ones.
So, for example, near the American city of London in the summer of 1934, a hammer 15 cm long and with a diameter of about 3 cm was found. It was located in a piece of limestone, the age of which is estimated at 140 million years. The research carried out gave a completely unexpected result: chemical composition The metal was surprising (about 97 percent iron, 2.5 percent chlorine and about 0.5 percent sulfur. There were no other impurities. In the entire history of metallurgy, it was not possible to obtain such pure iron. No traces of carbon were found in the iron found, but in the ore carbon and many other impurities are always retained. In addition, the discovered iron hammer was completely rust-free. Moreover, it was made using a completely unknown technology.
Scientists have concluded that Nakhodka dates back to the Early Cretaceous period, that is, its age is approximately 65-140 million years. According to official science, people learned to make iron hammers only 10 thousand years ago.
In 1974, on the territory of Romania, in a sand quarry, workers found an unknown object about 20 cm long. Deciding that it was a stone ax, they sent the Find for research to an archaeological institute. Scientists cleared it of sand and discovered a metal rectangular object, on which there were two holes of different sizes that converged at right angles. There was a slight deformation visible at the bottom of the larger hole, as if a rod or shaft had been reinforced in it. And the side surfaces and the top were covered with dents from strong impacts. All this allowed scientists to assume that Nakhodka is part of some more complex device.
After conducting research, it was found that this item consists of a very complex alloy consisting of 13 elements, the main of which is aluminum (89 percent). But aluminum began to be used for the production of industrial products only in the 19th century. And the discovered sample was much older, evidence what is the depth of the Nakhodka - more than 10 meters, as well as the remains of a mastodon that were buried there (and these animals died out about a million years ago. The antiquity of the Nakhodka is also evidenced by the oxidation film on its surface. It is also unclear for what purposes it was used this subject, but it is quite obvious that knowledge about ancient technologies has been completely lost, and discoveries made once are now unknown.
In the 80s of the last century, workers at the South African Wonderstone mine found unusual metal balls in deposits of pyrophyllite (a mineral estimated to be 3 billion years old) - slightly flattened spheres, the diameter of which varied from 2.5 to 10 cm. They were surrounded by three grooved and made of some material very similar to nickel-plated steel. Such an alloy does not occur in natural conditions. There was an unknown person inside the balls bulk material, which evaporated upon contact with air. One such ball was placed in a museum, where it was noticed that under glass it slowly rotates around its own axis, completing a full rotation in 128 days. Scientists could not explain this phenomenon.
In 1928, in Zambia, scientists had to deal with an unusual phenomenon: they found the skull of an ancient man with a perfectly straight hole that resembled a bullet mark. Exactly the same skull was discovered in Yakutia. Only it was the skull of a bison that lived 40 thousand years ago. In addition, the hole managed to be overgrown during the animal’s lifetime.
There are many other mysteries of antiquity. So, in particular, the Great Pyramid is the last of the 7 wonders of the world. Despite the fact that it has been thoroughly researched, official science does not provide comprehensive explanations. It is unknown who built it and for what purpose. How were the savage and illiterate Egyptians able to build a structure of more than 2 million huge stone blocks, the total weight of which exceeded 4 million tons, fitted perfectly together using an unknown mortar and forming a perfect structure? Even now, with the latest technology, a person is unlikely to be able to replicate this structure. In addition, there are many other inexplicable facts, in particular, the seamless surface (in order to level the limestone to such an extent, laser technology is needed, just like for such precise calculations of the base of the pyramid.
A hundred-meter long, perfectly flat tunnel is a descent cut into the rock at an angle of 26 degrees, during the construction of which no torches were used. How was the angle of inclination maintained without lighting or special equipment? Moreover, the entire structure is aligned with minimal error to the cardinal directions, which requires serious knowledge of astronomy.
A harmoniously built, very complex internal structure that turns the pyramid into a 48-story building, with mysterious doors, ventilation shafts, in the cutting of which saws with diamond tips should have been used, machine grinding of stone - official science cannot explain all this.
Another mystery that is shrouded in darkness, even more so than Egypt, is dogs. At first glance, there is nothing unusual about these animals; they are just domesticated descendants of foxes, wolves, and coyotes. But in fact, their origin is not so obvious. Recently, geneticists stated that anthropologists, archaeologists and zoologists have been mistaken about dogs for centuries. In particular, the belief that the dog became a domestic animal about 15 thousand years ago turned out to be erroneous. Moreover, the first studies of dog DNA showed that all of them were bred only from wolves about 40 thousand years ago. It would seem that this is unusual, but what is interesting is how a dog suddenly turned out from a wolf. There is no answer to this question at all. Speculation that ancient man In some incomprehensible way he became friends with a wolf, after which the animal turned into a wolf - a mutant that does not stand up to criticism. It is completely incomprehensible how the parents - wolves - developed a completely different animal, which only looked like a wolf, but in whose character only the traits necessary for living together with a person remained. And how did this mutant manage to survive in a pack with a strict hierarchy? Therefore, scientists have suggested that without genetic engineering in in this case it didn't work out...
Official science does not argue that humanity lived without amenities until the last century. There were no sewers in ancient cities. But, as it turned out, not in all of them. So, in particular, residents ancient city mozhenj - daro, which existed in 2600-1700 BC. e., used the benefits of civilization, which were not inferior to modern ones. In general, it should be noted that this city is surprising not only for the presence public toilets and plumbing, but also a well thought out and planned structure. It is quite obvious that the city was planned in advance and built on two levels on a special suspension system. Buildings from standard sizes fired bricks are made. The city was full of everything necessary even by modern standards: a clear system of streets, granaries, houses with amenities, baths.
Official science cannot answer where are the cities that preceded Mohenjo-Daro, why did people who could not burn bricks manage to build such a metropolis?
The first city in America was Teotihuacan. During its heyday, about 200 thousand inhabitants lived there. Almost nothing is known about this city. Where did the people who built the city come from, how was their society organized, what language did they speak... here, by the way, mica plates were discovered, fixed at the top of the pyramid of the sun. It would seem nothing impressive, but in fact, this is a very important Find. Mica quality building material is not used, but it provides excellent protection against radio waves and electromagnetic radiation.
What do all these Findings and mysteries indicate? And they say that modern historical science is untenable. There are clearly theories and evidence. Firstly, people lived at the same time as dinosaurs, which completely refutes Darwin's theory. Secondly, in ancient times people owned technologies that modern man can only dream.
Knowledge about ancient civilizations and their technologies has been practically lost. Moreover, evidence large number cataclysms in ancient times they say that modern methods The dating of the finds is fundamentally incorrect. What to do with all this is not yet clear, because scientists prefer to remain captive of their own conjectures and guesses. Ezomir.
Supporters of theories that modern civilization is by no means the first. And that before us on Earth there were more developed forms of intelligence often
They offer to get acquainted with eight very unusual objects that have haunted scientists for decades.
1. Could ancient Peruvians soften stones?
Archaeologists and scientists are scratching their heads over guesses about how the mysterious structure of Sacsayhuaman in Peru was built. The giant stones from which this unusual ancient fortress is built are so heavy that they would be difficult to transport and install even with the help of modern technology.
Does the key to solving this mystery lie in the special equipment that the ancient Peruvians used to soften stone blocks, or is it all about secret ancient techniques for melting stones? According to some researchers, the granite from which the walls of the fortress in Cusco were built was exposed to very high temperatures, so its outer surface became glassy and smooth.
Scientists have concluded that the stones were softened using some kind of high-tech equipment, and then each block was ground to match the cutouts of the neighboring stone, which is why they fit so tightly together.
2. The amazing acoustics of Hal Saflieni
Khal Saflieni is underground system caves with an area of about 500 meters, located on three tiers. Corridors and passages lead to small rooms, which date back to 3000-2500 BC.
In this stone room you can hear incredible sound effects, which have a certain effect on the human body. The sounds uttered in this room resonate throughout the room, and then seem to pierce through the human body.
Khal-Saflieni Hypogeum has a dark history. Researchers discovered the remains of more than 7,000 people on its territory, as well as many deep holes, crevices and even burial chambers. What experiments were carried out in this strange and mysterious place?
3. Lycurgus Cup: an artifact testifying to the knowledge of nanotechnology by the ancients
This amazing artifact proves that our ancestors were ahead of their time. The technology for making the cup is so advanced that its craftsmen were already familiar with what we today call nanotechnology.
This unusual and unique bowl, made of dichroic glass, can change its color depending on the lighting - for example, from green to bright red. This unusual effect occurs because dichroic glass contains small amounts of colloidal gold and silver.
4. Ancient Baghdad batteries
Scientists suggest that this small and unremarkable appearance The artifact is an example of a source of electricity in the ancient world. We are talking about the so-called “Baghdad battery” of the Parthian period.
The electric battery, made about 2,000 years ago, was discovered in 1936 by railway workers in the Kujut Rabu area near Baghdad. The world's first known electric battery, the Voltaic Column, is believed to have been invented by Italian physicist Alessandro Volta only in 1799, while most sources place the Baghdad battery at around 200 BC.
5. Incredible ancient wonders made of metal
High-tech methods of hardening and processing large pieces of metal were widespread already in ancient times. Our ancestors had extremely complex scientific knowledge in metal processing, inherited from earlier civilizations, as evidenced by artifacts found around the world.
Metallurgical technologies were known back in Ancient China, and it was one of the first civilizations to make cast iron.
In ancient India they knew how to produce iron, which did not rust due to its high phosphorus content. One of these iron columns, 7 meters high and weighing about 6 tons, is installed in front of the Qutub Minar in Delhi, India.
6. Evidence of stone drilling technology has been found around the world.
Already in ancient times, builders could do perfectly round holes in stones and hard rocks. This impressive technique shows that our ancestors were familiar with the most complex technologies - creating such large holes is impossible without engineering skills and the necessary drilling equipment.
7. Ancient and complex mercury-based gold plating techniques that modern technology has not yet achieved
Already in ancient times, jewelers working with silver and gold used mercury to gild domes and interiors in many countries ancient world. These complex processes were used to produce and coat items such as jewelry, figurines, and amulets.
From a technological point of view, ancient masters already 2000 years ago managed to make these metal coatings incredibly thin and durable, which saved precious metals and improved their durability.
Recent discoveries indicate high level competence of ancient artisans, which even modern technology has not yet achieved.
8. “Ancient Computer”: the mysterious mechanism from Antikythera is still full of mysteries
In 1900, an unusual bronze object of unknown purpose was discovered near the small island of Antikythera, 25 miles northwest of Crete. After curious scientists pulled this artifact out of the water and cleaned it, they discovered parts of some kind of complex mechanism, consisting of different gears.
The perfectly smooth disks of this mechanism and the remains of inscriptions, in all likelihood, correspond to its main function. Most likely, the mechanism is an astronomical clock without a pendulum, but not a single mention of this ancient “computer” has been found in either Greek or Roman literature. The artifact was discovered next to a ship that supposedly sank in the 1st century BC.