Top 10 Mysterious Ancient Cities Lost To Time

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This video explores the lost cities of ancient civilizations, including Arkash Erkesh, Helike, Heraklion, Contraguela, Atlantis of the Sands, Musasir, Troy, the Lost City of the Monkey God, the Pyramid City of Coral, and two lost Mayan cities.

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Key Insights

• 👎 Arkash Erkesh was a major hub of ancient civilization that was buried for thousands of years before its rediscovery.
• 🥺 Various natural disasters, such as earthquakes and tsunamis, led to the destruction of cities like Helike and Heraklion.
• 🏙️ Lost cities, like Contraguela and Atlantis of the Sands, have mythical origins and their discoveries blur the line between myth and history.
• 🇻🇦 Rediscoveries of Musasir, Troy, and the Lost City of the Monkey God provide valuable insights into ancient civilizations.
• 🌎 The Pyramid City of Coral showcases one of the earliest civilizations in the Americas, the Norte Chico civilization.

Questions & Answers

Q: How was Arkash Erkesh discovered?

Arkash Erkesh was discovered in the 1980s when archaeologists found the remains of an ancient Plaza, Temple, and Palace hidden beneath a tall Mound called Talmosin.

Q: What led to the destruction of Helike?

Helike was destroyed by an earthquake and subsequent tsunami in 275 BC, wiping out the city and its inhabitants.

Q: How was Heraklion confirmed to be a real city?

Underwater archaeologists searching for French warships stumbled upon the remains of Heraklion, including Cleopatra's Temple, confirming its existence.

Q: What evidence suggests Contraguela may have existed in Cardigan Bay?

Preliminary investigations revealed a waddle walkway with fossilized footprints and human tools in the area, suggesting the presence of an ancient city.

Q: How was the Lost City of the Monkey God rediscovered?

An aerial search in the jungles of Honduras in 2018 led to the discovery of human-made features, and a subsequent ground expedition revealed traces of a lost civilization.

Q: What significant findings were made in the Pyramid City of Coral?

Excavations in the Norte Chico civilization's capital of Caral uncovered stone and earthen platform mounds, temples, amphitheaters, and residential areas.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Arkash Erkesh: A major hub of the ancient near Eastern European civilization, it was buried beneath the desert until its discovery in the 1980s.

• Helike: Once a leader of the first Archaean League, it was destroyed by an earthquake and tsunami in 275 BC before being uncovered in 2001.

• Heraklion: Sank off the coast of Egypt, it was believed to be mythical until its discovery in 2001, revealing treasures like giant statues and ancient ships.

• Contraguela: Legend has it that a submerged kingdom existed until the 17th century, and preliminary investigations suggest it may be located in Cardigan Bay.

• Atlantis of the Sands: Mentioned in the Quran, a city was discovered with similarities to the tale of Atlantis, though it's still debated if they are the same.

• Musasir: Dedicated to the god Haldi, this ancient city's temple was lost until its rediscovery in 2014 in the Kurdistan region of Iraq.

• Troy: Heinrich Schliemann discovered the ancient city of Troy, providing evidence that it existed and had multiple layers of civilization.

• Lost City of the Monkey God: Recent expeditions suggest the existence of an ancient civilization in the jungles of Honduras, known as the "White City."

• Pyramid City of Coral: The Norte Chico civilization in Peru had its capital in Caral, which was buried until its excavation revealed pyramids and other structures.

• Two Lost Mayan Cities: In Mexico, two lost Mayan cities were discovered, featuring impressive monuments and structures.