Uncovering Ethiopia's Ancient Megaliths Part 2: Pre-Axumite Temples and Connections to Yemen
Join me for Part 2 of this series on Ethiopia as we discuss the mysterious Pre-Axumite temples, some of the oldest structures in Ethiopia, dating back to at least 800-700 BC --- maybe earlier! Explore the Great Temple of Yeha with its precision cut limestone walls, unique Ibex carvings, and inscriptions linking it to Yemen’s ancient Sabaean civilization. We’ll also explore a massive 800 BC palace, a newly discovered altar, and connections to Axum’s obelisks and Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches. Are these sites far older than archaeologists claim? How do they relate to Yemen’s Awwam and Barran temples, 500km across the Red Sea?
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Uncovering Ethiopia's Ancient Megaliths Part 1: The Mysteries of Axum
Deep in Ethiopia’s highlands, the ancient city of Axumharbors megaliths that rival the grandeur of Egypt and Peru, yet remain relatively unknown and unexplored. In the premiere episode of my series on Ethiopia’s ancient sites, I will explore the awe-inspiring Northern Stelae Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, including Axum’s massive 500 tonne obelisk. From false doors and windows mimicking multi-story towers, to precision engineered subterraneanchambers, these structures hint at a sophisticated ancient culture. Could Axum’s history stretch far older than the 1st–4th centuries AD, as mainstream archaeology suggests? Join me as we uncover Ethiopia’s striking similarities with global megalithic sites all over the world, challenge conventionaltimelines and explore Ethiopia’s hidden past.
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Forbidden Secrets of Angkor Wat – A Discussion with Derek Olsen of Megalithic Marvels
In this interview from earlier this year with Derek Olsen of @MegalithicMarvels, Derek and I discuss ancient Cambodia, and many examples of out-of-place-artifacts, LIDAR scan results and architectural styles that seem to point to an older history at Angkor Wat and the surrounding temples. I had so much fun researching and recording this episode, that I was inspired to start my own channel! Links: YouTube and Spotify: @megalithicmarvelsJoin Derek on one of his tours: https://megalithicmarvels.com/tours/
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Java’s Unexplainable Pyramid Temple: Candi Sukuh
In this episode, we dive into the enigma of Candi Sukuh, a stepped pyramid temple in Java. With its Mesoamerican-like pyramid, giant turtle guardians, fanged warrior statues, and provocative carvings of giants, elongated skulls, and four-tusked elephants, this ancient site defies conventional history.
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Sambor Prei Kuk: Older Than Angkor Wat - But Not For the Reasons You Think!
While exploring Cambodia's famous temples like Angkor Wat, I uncovered intriguing irregularities and surprising similarities to ancient sites worldwide. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the "Temple in the Rich Forest," Sambor Prei Kuk, a lesser-known Cambodian UNESCO World Heritage Site, officially pre-dating Angkor Wat, with precise statues, intricate stonework, and massive earthworks like 2km-long causeways and a sophisticated water system. I’ll share insights from my travels and research, question the 7th-century origins, and propose a bold theory: could an older, advanced culture have built this site? From megalithic sandstone features to ornate lion statues, we’ll explore the mysteries of Sambor Prei Kuk and its place in Cambodia’s history. You won’t want to miss this!
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