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Natural Bridges National Monument | Great place for a one day visit
Natural Bridges National Monument is a great place to spend a day, and a night if you are interested in star gazing. It features three natural bridges that you can hike to, and an excellent scenic drive from which you can view all three bridges. While it's a bit out of the way, it's well worth the 1+ hour drive from Monument Valley.
It's usually quiet there, since Natural Bridges does not get a lot of visitors.
Because it's remote, the sky is very dark at night, for some excellent star gazing, especially with one of the bridges in the foreground.
#naturalbridge #naturalbridges #nationalpark #nationalparkvideo #journeytoallnationalparks
#nationalmonument #naturalbridgesnm
00:00 - Introduction
01:41 - Sipapu Bridge
02:19 - Difference between a natural bridge and an arch
02:59 - Horse ...
published: 18 Feb 2023
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Complete Natural Bridges National Monument Guide [4K]
The ultimate Utah park, Natural Bridges features fewer crowds, three amazing stone arches (bridges), and crystal clear night skies to see the milky way.
Mexican Hat, Utah Video Guide:
https://youtu.be/hznhHK26CS4
AllTrails Bridge Loop:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/utah/under-the-natural-bridges-loop
Natural Bridges Guide:
https://www.dantreks.com/natural-bridges-monument-guide
More Guides & Videos:
https://www.dantreks.com/
published: 25 May 2023
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Chiricahua National Monument, Arizona, USA [Amazing Places 4K]
Chiricahua National Monument is a "Wonderland of Rocks" located in Southeastern Arizona, USA. Stunning rock formations - pinnacles, hoodoos and balancing rocks - are the most common formations in the monument. The Apaches called the area the "Land of Standing Up Rocks". Not many people visit this amazing area, since the monument is quite remote.
Recorded October 2020 in 4K Ultra HD with Sony AX700 and DJI Osmo Pocket.
Music:
Stellardrone - On A Beam Of Light - 2 - The Earth Is Blue
https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/album/on-a-beam-of-light
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0) License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Immerse yourself in Amazing Places on Our Planet without the distraction of words.
New 4K video every ...
published: 06 Nov 2020
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Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah, USA [Amazing Places 4K]
Three stunning natural bridges along the White Canyon and Armstrong Canyon in Utah, United States. The bridges are named with Hopi names: Sipapu, Kachina and Owachomo. Ancestral Puebloans inhabited the area from 700 CE until 1270.
Recorded April 2021 in 4K Ultra HD with Sony AX700 and DJI Pocket 2.
Music:
Suzanne Teng - Kingdom of Mountains - Delicate Rainbow Flower; En Passant
www.mysticjourney.net
Licensed via ilicensemusic.com
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Immerse yourself in Amazing Places on Our Planet without the distraction of words.
New 4K video every Friday or every second Friday.
Filmed and Edited by Milosh Kitchovitch.
YouTube: https://youtube.com/milosh9k
Website: https://milosh9k.com
Facebook: https://facebook.com/milosh9k
Instagram: https://instagram.com/mil...
published: 04 Jun 2021
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Discover For Yourself - Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
BLM's Canyons of the Ancients National Monument is located in southwest Colorado. Peppered with more than 9,300 archaeological sites representing Ancestral Puebloan and other Native American cultures, Canyons of the Ancients is a gem of the BLM's National Conservation Lands. Neighboring the National Park Service's Mesa Verde National Park and Hovenweep National Monument, Canyons of the Ancients is woven into the rich cultural tapestry of the famed Four Corners region.
Canyons of the Ancients is off the beaten path, an "outdoor museum" offering a primitive exploration experience. Artifacts, rock art, middens and cliff dwellings tell a profound story, giving visitors a glimpse of what ancient life was like there. It is a sacred place and a source of pride for Native communities in the area...
published: 03 Nov 2017
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Natural Bridges National Monument
After our drive through the Valley of the Gods and up the Modi Dugway we made our way North to Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah's very first National Monument. This park is beautiful to see with lots of hiking trails and is relatively not crowded like most of the other bigger national parks. The drive through the park is easy and accessible for all with plenty of great overlooks to enjoy. There's something special about these smaller less busy parks that we really enjoy!
published: 23 Jun 2023
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Walnut Canyon National Monument - cliff dwellings with INCREDIBLE views! (23 of 419)
Walnut Canyon National Monument preserves a collection of cliff dwellings, built and occupied by the Sinagua people during the 12th and 13th centuries. It is located just 10 miles outside Flagstaff, Arizona. We hiked the Rim Trail and the Island Trail and both afforded amazing views of the canyon.
🏞️ We are Matt & Diana and we live in an RV full time and are on a journey to visit all 400+ National Park Units. To follow us along subscribe to our channel here https://www.youtube.com/adventurousway?sub_confirmation=1&utm_source=yt&utm_medium=aw&utm_campaign=walnut-canyon
#️⃣ Walnut Canyon National Monument was unit #23 out of #419 on our journey to visit them all. See a detailed write up here: https://www.adventurousway.com/blog/walnut-canyon-national-monument?utm_source=yt&utm_medium=aw&...
published: 30 Jan 2020
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Ranger Talks - Chiricahua National Monument, Willcox, AZ
Join ranger Theresa Ferraro as she talks about the history, people, and geology of Chiricahua National Monument—located in one of Arizona's seven sky islands.
published: 23 Dec 2021
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Yonaguni monument. Man made or natural geology? #yonaguni #ancient
The Yonaguni Monument, located off the coast of Yonaguni Island in Japan, represents one of the most intriguing underwater archaeological sites in the world, discovered in the mid-1980s. This submerged rock formation, often referred to as "Japan's Atlantis," stretches over an impressive area with features that appear almost too symmetrical and structured to be entirely natural. The monument, consisting of what looks like terraces, flat surfaces, and even what some interpret as steps or streets, has sparked a debate between those who believe it to be an ancient man-made artifact and those who argue it's a product of natural geological processes.
Advocates for the artificial origin of the Yonaguni Monument point to several anomalies that they claim defy natural formation processes. These in...
published: 20 Sep 2024
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Arizona Road Trip to Chiricahua National Monument
In this Arizona road trip tour we head down to the Chiricahua National Monument. While down here we explore some of the trails and go up to Massai Point. The actual park itself is only 5 to 6 square miles but the volcanic pinnacles at the top are what people come for. The camping down here is some of my favorite in Arizona. We also explore Portal Arizona and Cave Creek Arizona located down here in Southeastern AZ.
#ChiricahuaNationalMonument #Arizona #RoadTrip
Living in Arizona is quite a unique experience because of the vastness that the state offers. From the Sonoran Desert in the south to the high country in the north all the way up towards the Four Corners east and the Grand Canyon in the west. Known as the Grand Canyon state, Arizona is diverse in many ways. The state tree is the Pa...
published: 17 Jul 2021
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Natural Bridges National Monument | Great place for a one day visit
Natural Bridges National Monument is a great place to spend a day, and a night if you are interested in star gazing. It features three natural bridges that you...
Natural Bridges National Monument is a great place to spend a day, and a night if you are interested in star gazing. It features three natural bridges that you can hike to, and an excellent scenic drive from which you can view all three bridges. While it's a bit out of the way, it's well worth the 1+ hour drive from Monument Valley.
It's usually quiet there, since Natural Bridges does not get a lot of visitors.
Because it's remote, the sky is very dark at night, for some excellent star gazing, especially with one of the bridges in the foreground.
#naturalbridge #naturalbridges #nationalpark #nationalparkvideo #journeytoallnationalparks
#nationalmonument #naturalbridgesnm
00:00 - Introduction
01:41 - Sipapu Bridge
02:19 - Difference between a natural bridge and an arch
02:59 - Horse Collar Overlook
03:24 - Kachina Bridge
04:12 - Owachomo Bridge
05:55 - Dark Sky Park
06:27 - Summary
Join us on our journey to all National Parks in the USA at
http://journey2allnationalparks.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/journey2allparks/
Twitter: @journey2allpark
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/journey2allparks/
https://wn.com/Natural_Bridges_National_Monument_|_Great_Place_For_A_One_Day_Visit
Natural Bridges National Monument is a great place to spend a day, and a night if you are interested in star gazing. It features three natural bridges that you can hike to, and an excellent scenic drive from which you can view all three bridges. While it's a bit out of the way, it's well worth the 1+ hour drive from Monument Valley.
It's usually quiet there, since Natural Bridges does not get a lot of visitors.
Because it's remote, the sky is very dark at night, for some excellent star gazing, especially with one of the bridges in the foreground.
#naturalbridge #naturalbridges #nationalpark #nationalparkvideo #journeytoallnationalparks
#nationalmonument #naturalbridgesnm
00:00 - Introduction
01:41 - Sipapu Bridge
02:19 - Difference between a natural bridge and an arch
02:59 - Horse Collar Overlook
03:24 - Kachina Bridge
04:12 - Owachomo Bridge
05:55 - Dark Sky Park
06:27 - Summary
Join us on our journey to all National Parks in the USA at
http://journey2allnationalparks.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/journey2allparks/
Twitter: @journey2allpark
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/journey2allparks/
- published: 18 Feb 2023
- views: 3669
13:28
Complete Natural Bridges National Monument Guide [4K]
The ultimate Utah park, Natural Bridges features fewer crowds, three amazing stone arches (bridges), and crystal clear night skies to see the milky way.
Mexica...
The ultimate Utah park, Natural Bridges features fewer crowds, three amazing stone arches (bridges), and crystal clear night skies to see the milky way.
Mexican Hat, Utah Video Guide:
https://youtu.be/hznhHK26CS4
AllTrails Bridge Loop:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/utah/under-the-natural-bridges-loop
Natural Bridges Guide:
https://www.dantreks.com/natural-bridges-monument-guide
More Guides & Videos:
https://www.dantreks.com/
https://wn.com/Complete_Natural_Bridges_National_Monument_Guide_4K
The ultimate Utah park, Natural Bridges features fewer crowds, three amazing stone arches (bridges), and crystal clear night skies to see the milky way.
Mexican Hat, Utah Video Guide:
https://youtu.be/hznhHK26CS4
AllTrails Bridge Loop:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/utah/under-the-natural-bridges-loop
Natural Bridges Guide:
https://www.dantreks.com/natural-bridges-monument-guide
More Guides & Videos:
https://www.dantreks.com/
- published: 25 May 2023
- views: 2634
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Chiricahua National Monument, Arizona, USA [Amazing Places 4K]
Chiricahua National Monument is a "Wonderland of Rocks" located in Southeastern Arizona, USA. Stunning rock formations - pinnacles, hoodoos and balancing rocks ...
Chiricahua National Monument is a "Wonderland of Rocks" located in Southeastern Arizona, USA. Stunning rock formations - pinnacles, hoodoos and balancing rocks - are the most common formations in the monument. The Apaches called the area the "Land of Standing Up Rocks". Not many people visit this amazing area, since the monument is quite remote.
Recorded October 2020 in 4K Ultra HD with Sony AX700 and DJI Osmo Pocket.
Music:
Stellardrone - On A Beam Of Light - 2 - The Earth Is Blue
https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/album/on-a-beam-of-light
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0) License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Immerse yourself in Amazing Places on Our Planet without the distraction of words.
New 4K video every Friday or every second Friday.
Filmed and Edited by Milosh Kitchovitch.
YouTube: https://youtube.com/milosh9k
Website: https://milosh9k.com
Facebook: https://facebook.com/milosh9k
Instagram: https://instagram.com/milosh9k
Twitter: https://twitter.com/milosh9k
More Amazing Places in 4K: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwJH-XOKXh0g2FJ-6J5JuAowQd7R9M1lP
https://wn.com/Chiricahua_National_Monument,_Arizona,_USA_Amazing_Places_4K
Chiricahua National Monument is a "Wonderland of Rocks" located in Southeastern Arizona, USA. Stunning rock formations - pinnacles, hoodoos and balancing rocks - are the most common formations in the monument. The Apaches called the area the "Land of Standing Up Rocks". Not many people visit this amazing area, since the monument is quite remote.
Recorded October 2020 in 4K Ultra HD with Sony AX700 and DJI Osmo Pocket.
Music:
Stellardrone - On A Beam Of Light - 2 - The Earth Is Blue
https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/album/on-a-beam-of-light
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0) License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Immerse yourself in Amazing Places on Our Planet without the distraction of words.
New 4K video every Friday or every second Friday.
Filmed and Edited by Milosh Kitchovitch.
YouTube: https://youtube.com/milosh9k
Website: https://milosh9k.com
Facebook: https://facebook.com/milosh9k
Instagram: https://instagram.com/milosh9k
Twitter: https://twitter.com/milosh9k
More Amazing Places in 4K: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwJH-XOKXh0g2FJ-6J5JuAowQd7R9M1lP
- published: 06 Nov 2020
- views: 327457
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Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah, USA [Amazing Places 4K]
Three stunning natural bridges along the White Canyon and Armstrong Canyon in Utah, United States. The bridges are named with Hopi names: Sipapu, Kachina and Ow...
Three stunning natural bridges along the White Canyon and Armstrong Canyon in Utah, United States. The bridges are named with Hopi names: Sipapu, Kachina and Owachomo. Ancestral Puebloans inhabited the area from 700 CE until 1270.
Recorded April 2021 in 4K Ultra HD with Sony AX700 and DJI Pocket 2.
Music:
Suzanne Teng - Kingdom of Mountains - Delicate Rainbow Flower; En Passant
www.mysticjourney.net
Licensed via ilicensemusic.com
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Immerse yourself in Amazing Places on Our Planet without the distraction of words.
New 4K video every Friday or every second Friday.
Filmed and Edited by Milosh Kitchovitch.
YouTube: https://youtube.com/milosh9k
Website: https://milosh9k.com
Facebook: https://facebook.com/milosh9k
Instagram: https://instagram.com/milosh9k
More Amazing Places in 4K: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwJH-XOKXh0g2FJ-6J5JuAowQd7R9M1lP
https://wn.com/Natural_Bridges_National_Monument,_Utah,_USA_Amazing_Places_4K
Three stunning natural bridges along the White Canyon and Armstrong Canyon in Utah, United States. The bridges are named with Hopi names: Sipapu, Kachina and Owachomo. Ancestral Puebloans inhabited the area from 700 CE until 1270.
Recorded April 2021 in 4K Ultra HD with Sony AX700 and DJI Pocket 2.
Music:
Suzanne Teng - Kingdom of Mountains - Delicate Rainbow Flower; En Passant
www.mysticjourney.net
Licensed via ilicensemusic.com
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Immerse yourself in Amazing Places on Our Planet without the distraction of words.
New 4K video every Friday or every second Friday.
Filmed and Edited by Milosh Kitchovitch.
YouTube: https://youtube.com/milosh9k
Website: https://milosh9k.com
Facebook: https://facebook.com/milosh9k
Instagram: https://instagram.com/milosh9k
More Amazing Places in 4K: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwJH-XOKXh0g2FJ-6J5JuAowQd7R9M1lP
- published: 04 Jun 2021
- views: 53987
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Discover For Yourself - Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
BLM's Canyons of the Ancients National Monument is located in southwest Colorado. Peppered with more than 9,300 archaeological sites representing Ancestral Pueb...
BLM's Canyons of the Ancients National Monument is located in southwest Colorado. Peppered with more than 9,300 archaeological sites representing Ancestral Puebloan and other Native American cultures, Canyons of the Ancients is a gem of the BLM's National Conservation Lands. Neighboring the National Park Service's Mesa Verde National Park and Hovenweep National Monument, Canyons of the Ancients is woven into the rich cultural tapestry of the famed Four Corners region.
Canyons of the Ancients is off the beaten path, an "outdoor museum" offering a primitive exploration experience. Artifacts, rock art, middens and cliff dwellings tell a profound story, giving visitors a glimpse of what ancient life was like there. It is a sacred place and a source of pride for Native communities in the area.
It is also an archetype of BLM's multiple-use mission, where uses like CO2 development, livestock grazing and recreation are responsibly managed in balance with cultural resource protection.
https://wn.com/Discover_For_Yourself_Canyons_Of_The_Ancients_National_Monument
BLM's Canyons of the Ancients National Monument is located in southwest Colorado. Peppered with more than 9,300 archaeological sites representing Ancestral Puebloan and other Native American cultures, Canyons of the Ancients is a gem of the BLM's National Conservation Lands. Neighboring the National Park Service's Mesa Verde National Park and Hovenweep National Monument, Canyons of the Ancients is woven into the rich cultural tapestry of the famed Four Corners region.
Canyons of the Ancients is off the beaten path, an "outdoor museum" offering a primitive exploration experience. Artifacts, rock art, middens and cliff dwellings tell a profound story, giving visitors a glimpse of what ancient life was like there. It is a sacred place and a source of pride for Native communities in the area.
It is also an archetype of BLM's multiple-use mission, where uses like CO2 development, livestock grazing and recreation are responsibly managed in balance with cultural resource protection.
- published: 03 Nov 2017
- views: 15391
20:27
Natural Bridges National Monument
After our drive through the Valley of the Gods and up the Modi Dugway we made our way North to Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah's very first National Mon...
After our drive through the Valley of the Gods and up the Modi Dugway we made our way North to Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah's very first National Monument. This park is beautiful to see with lots of hiking trails and is relatively not crowded like most of the other bigger national parks. The drive through the park is easy and accessible for all with plenty of great overlooks to enjoy. There's something special about these smaller less busy parks that we really enjoy!
https://wn.com/Natural_Bridges_National_Monument
After our drive through the Valley of the Gods and up the Modi Dugway we made our way North to Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah's very first National Monument. This park is beautiful to see with lots of hiking trails and is relatively not crowded like most of the other bigger national parks. The drive through the park is easy and accessible for all with plenty of great overlooks to enjoy. There's something special about these smaller less busy parks that we really enjoy!
- published: 23 Jun 2023
- views: 4160
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Walnut Canyon National Monument - cliff dwellings with INCREDIBLE views! (23 of 419)
Walnut Canyon National Monument preserves a collection of cliff dwellings, built and occupied by the Sinagua people during the 12th and 13th centuries. It is lo...
Walnut Canyon National Monument preserves a collection of cliff dwellings, built and occupied by the Sinagua people during the 12th and 13th centuries. It is located just 10 miles outside Flagstaff, Arizona. We hiked the Rim Trail and the Island Trail and both afforded amazing views of the canyon.
🏞️ We are Matt & Diana and we live in an RV full time and are on a journey to visit all 400+ National Park Units. To follow us along subscribe to our channel here https://www.youtube.com/adventurousway?sub_confirmation=1&utm_source=yt&utm_medium=aw&utm_campaign=walnut-canyon
#️⃣ Walnut Canyon National Monument was unit #23 out of #419 on our journey to visit them all. See a detailed write up here: https://www.adventurousway.com/blog/walnut-canyon-national-monument?utm_source=yt&utm_medium=aw&utm_campaign=walnut-canyon
💌 If you want to follow our adventure in real-time and receive weekly updates, subscribe to our newsletter here https://www.adventurousway.com/subscribe?utm_source=yt&utm_medium=aw&utm_campaign=walnut-canyon
#adventurousway #nationalparks #roadtrip
Music from YouTube Audio Library:
- Castleshire by Chris Haugen
Filming dates: May 2019
https://wn.com/Walnut_Canyon_National_Monument_Cliff_Dwellings_With_Incredible_Views_(23_Of_419)
Walnut Canyon National Monument preserves a collection of cliff dwellings, built and occupied by the Sinagua people during the 12th and 13th centuries. It is located just 10 miles outside Flagstaff, Arizona. We hiked the Rim Trail and the Island Trail and both afforded amazing views of the canyon.
🏞️ We are Matt & Diana and we live in an RV full time and are on a journey to visit all 400+ National Park Units. To follow us along subscribe to our channel here https://www.youtube.com/adventurousway?sub_confirmation=1&utm_source=yt&utm_medium=aw&utm_campaign=walnut-canyon
#️⃣ Walnut Canyon National Monument was unit #23 out of #419 on our journey to visit them all. See a detailed write up here: https://www.adventurousway.com/blog/walnut-canyon-national-monument?utm_source=yt&utm_medium=aw&utm_campaign=walnut-canyon
💌 If you want to follow our adventure in real-time and receive weekly updates, subscribe to our newsletter here https://www.adventurousway.com/subscribe?utm_source=yt&utm_medium=aw&utm_campaign=walnut-canyon
#adventurousway #nationalparks #roadtrip
Music from YouTube Audio Library:
- Castleshire by Chris Haugen
Filming dates: May 2019
- published: 30 Jan 2020
- views: 14939
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Ranger Talks - Chiricahua National Monument, Willcox, AZ
Join ranger Theresa Ferraro as she talks about the history, people, and geology of Chiricahua National Monument—located in one of Arizona's seven sky islands.
Join ranger Theresa Ferraro as she talks about the history, people, and geology of Chiricahua National Monument—located in one of Arizona's seven sky islands.
https://wn.com/Ranger_Talks_Chiricahua_National_Monument,_Willcox,_Az
Join ranger Theresa Ferraro as she talks about the history, people, and geology of Chiricahua National Monument—located in one of Arizona's seven sky islands.
- published: 23 Dec 2021
- views: 11922
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Yonaguni monument. Man made or natural geology? #yonaguni #ancient
The Yonaguni Monument, located off the coast of Yonaguni Island in Japan, represents one of the most intriguing underwater archaeological sites in the world, di...
The Yonaguni Monument, located off the coast of Yonaguni Island in Japan, represents one of the most intriguing underwater archaeological sites in the world, discovered in the mid-1980s. This submerged rock formation, often referred to as "Japan's Atlantis," stretches over an impressive area with features that appear almost too symmetrical and structured to be entirely natural. The monument, consisting of what looks like terraces, flat surfaces, and even what some interpret as steps or streets, has sparked a debate between those who believe it to be an ancient man-made artifact and those who argue it's a product of natural geological processes.
Advocates for the artificial origin of the Yonaguni Monument point to several anomalies that they claim defy natural formation processes. These include two round holes which might suggest ancient quarrying techniques, aligned smaller holes possibly for splitting rock, and flat, angled surfaces that seem too precise for mere erosion. Marine geologist Masaaki Kimura has been a principal proponent of this theory, suggesting that these structures could be remnants of a city that existed over 5,000 years ago, potentially linked to the mythical lost continent of Mu or more concretely to the ancient Ryukyu Kingdom's sophisticated stonework, similar to findings at sites like Nan Madol in Micronesia.
On the other side, geologists like Robert Schoch argue that while the formations are indeed remarkable, they can be explained by natural phenomena. They propose that the structure's appearance results from tectonic movements, seismic activity, and erosion, particularly noting that the monument is connected to a larger rock mass, typical of natural formations. The theory leans on the idea that given enough time, geological processes can create what appears to be man-made symmetry, citing other natural wonders like Northern Ireland's Giant's Causeway as a comparison.
The mystery deepens when considering the broader context of underwater archaeology and myths like the Utsuro-bune, a legendary event involving a strange vessel washing ashore in Japan, hinting at ancient, possibly extraterrestrial or highly advanced civilizations. While these connections might stretch credibility, they add to the lore surrounding Yonaguni, suggesting that perhaps there are lost histories or civilizations yet to be understood or discovered beneath the waves. This narrative fuels speculation that if Yonaguni were man-made, it might represent not just an anomaly but part of a larger, submerged world of ancient human or pre-human activity.
Despite the ongoing debate, the Yonaguni Monument continues to captivate researchers and divers alike, not just for its potential historical significance but as a testament to the power of nature or the ingenuity of lost civilizations. Whether a natural wonder or an ancient architectural marvel, Yonaguni stands as a reminder of how much remains unknown about our planet's past. It invites us to question our understanding of history, archaeology, and the limits of natural versus artificial creation, keeping the mystery alive for future generations to explore and perhaps, one day, resolve.
https://wn.com/Yonaguni_Monument._Man_Made_Or_Natural_Geology_Yonaguni_Ancient
The Yonaguni Monument, located off the coast of Yonaguni Island in Japan, represents one of the most intriguing underwater archaeological sites in the world, discovered in the mid-1980s. This submerged rock formation, often referred to as "Japan's Atlantis," stretches over an impressive area with features that appear almost too symmetrical and structured to be entirely natural. The monument, consisting of what looks like terraces, flat surfaces, and even what some interpret as steps or streets, has sparked a debate between those who believe it to be an ancient man-made artifact and those who argue it's a product of natural geological processes.
Advocates for the artificial origin of the Yonaguni Monument point to several anomalies that they claim defy natural formation processes. These include two round holes which might suggest ancient quarrying techniques, aligned smaller holes possibly for splitting rock, and flat, angled surfaces that seem too precise for mere erosion. Marine geologist Masaaki Kimura has been a principal proponent of this theory, suggesting that these structures could be remnants of a city that existed over 5,000 years ago, potentially linked to the mythical lost continent of Mu or more concretely to the ancient Ryukyu Kingdom's sophisticated stonework, similar to findings at sites like Nan Madol in Micronesia.
On the other side, geologists like Robert Schoch argue that while the formations are indeed remarkable, they can be explained by natural phenomena. They propose that the structure's appearance results from tectonic movements, seismic activity, and erosion, particularly noting that the monument is connected to a larger rock mass, typical of natural formations. The theory leans on the idea that given enough time, geological processes can create what appears to be man-made symmetry, citing other natural wonders like Northern Ireland's Giant's Causeway as a comparison.
The mystery deepens when considering the broader context of underwater archaeology and myths like the Utsuro-bune, a legendary event involving a strange vessel washing ashore in Japan, hinting at ancient, possibly extraterrestrial or highly advanced civilizations. While these connections might stretch credibility, they add to the lore surrounding Yonaguni, suggesting that perhaps there are lost histories or civilizations yet to be understood or discovered beneath the waves. This narrative fuels speculation that if Yonaguni were man-made, it might represent not just an anomaly but part of a larger, submerged world of ancient human or pre-human activity.
Despite the ongoing debate, the Yonaguni Monument continues to captivate researchers and divers alike, not just for its potential historical significance but as a testament to the power of nature or the ingenuity of lost civilizations. Whether a natural wonder or an ancient architectural marvel, Yonaguni stands as a reminder of how much remains unknown about our planet's past. It invites us to question our understanding of history, archaeology, and the limits of natural versus artificial creation, keeping the mystery alive for future generations to explore and perhaps, one day, resolve.
- published: 20 Sep 2024
- views: 421
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Arizona Road Trip to Chiricahua National Monument
In this Arizona road trip tour we head down to the Chiricahua National Monument. While down here we explore some of the trails and go up to Massai Point. The ac...
In this Arizona road trip tour we head down to the Chiricahua National Monument. While down here we explore some of the trails and go up to Massai Point. The actual park itself is only 5 to 6 square miles but the volcanic pinnacles at the top are what people come for. The camping down here is some of my favorite in Arizona. We also explore Portal Arizona and Cave Creek Arizona located down here in Southeastern AZ.
#ChiricahuaNationalMonument #Arizona #RoadTrip
Living in Arizona is quite a unique experience because of the vastness that the state offers. From the Sonoran Desert in the south to the high country in the north all the way up towards the Four Corners east and the Grand Canyon in the west. Known as the Grand Canyon state, Arizona is diverse in many ways. The state tree is the Palo Verde, the state cactus is the Saguaro, the state bird is the Cactus wren. If you are thinking about moving to Arizona feel free to subscribe and check us out on our other channels.
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In this Arizona road trip tour we head down to the Chiricahua National Monument. While down here we explore some of the trails and go up to Massai Point. The actual park itself is only 5 to 6 square miles but the volcanic pinnacles at the top are what people come for. The camping down here is some of my favorite in Arizona. We also explore Portal Arizona and Cave Creek Arizona located down here in Southeastern AZ.
#ChiricahuaNationalMonument #Arizona #RoadTrip
Living in Arizona is quite a unique experience because of the vastness that the state offers. From the Sonoran Desert in the south to the high country in the north all the way up towards the Four Corners east and the Grand Canyon in the west. Known as the Grand Canyon state, Arizona is diverse in many ways. The state tree is the Palo Verde, the state cactus is the Saguaro, the state bird is the Cactus wren. If you are thinking about moving to Arizona feel free to subscribe and check us out on our other channels.
- published: 17 Jul 2021
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