Ancient cultures have always been the object of study by scholars and researchers. However, despite all efforts, many mysteries remain unsolved. One such mystery is Gobekli Tepe, one of the oldest monuments on Earth, located in Turkey.
Gobekli Tepe is a complex of megalithic structures, which age is estimated at 10-12 thousand years. This suggests that these structures were created long before mankind started farming and living in permanent settlements. Who built these structures and what they were created for are questions that scientists are trying to find answers to.
One hypothesis is that Gobekli Tepe was related to astronomy and cosmology. This hypothesis is supported by many facts. For example, stars, the moon and the sun are depicted on the walls of the structures. Perhaps, these constructions were associated with religious ceremonies held in honor of cosmic phenomena.
In addition, Gobekli Tepe has many similarities with other ancient monuments such as Stonehenge and Karnak. They were all built long before mankind started farming and living in permanent settlements. It is possible that all of these structures were related to astronomy and cosmology.
However, despite all the efforts of scientists, many questions remain unanswered. For example, how could ancient people create such complex structures without using modern technology? And how could they have known about cosmic phenomena and astronomy long before telescopes and other instruments for studying the sky had been invented?
One hypothesis is that ancient people may have used knowledge of cosmic phenomena and astronomy passed down to them from previous generations. This may explain how they were able to build such complex structures without the use of modern technology.
In addition, some scientists believe that Göbekli Tepe and other ancient monuments were created in response to cosmic catastrophes such as the Late Dryas strike. This catastrophe may have led to climate change and the extinction of megafauna, which may have accelerated the development of civilization.
In any case, Göbekli Tepe and other ancient monuments continue to be a mystery to scientists and researchers. However, thanks to new technologies and research methods, we can hope that in the future we will be able to uncover all the mysteries of these ancient structures.