Nan Madol - the mysterious and ancient city of Pohnpei - FSM - Ep. 52 Hilma Sailing
Our first stop at the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) was on the island Pohnpei.
We walked the jungles, visited waterfalls and explored the interesting and mythical ancient city Nan Madol. We also built our own new whisker pole, out of bamboo.
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Around the World with Jack Daulton: the Lost City of Nan Madol, Pohnpei Island, Micronesia
Noted lecturer and world traveler Jack Daulton and Microsoft executive Roz Ho explore and discuss the lost city of Nan Madol on the island of Pohnpei in The Federated States of Micronesia. July 2013. Videographer: Oliver Anderson. Contact: jack@jackdaulton.com
Nan Madol Dives
First dive was off Na Island, second dive was off Nan Madol ruins complex.
Lost city of the world - Nan Madol
Lost city of the world - Nan Madol
LOST ANCIENT CITY IN THE MIDDLE OF THE PACIFIC OCEAN REVEALED IN NEW SATELLITE IMAGES
In the centre of a lagoon on the remote island of Pohnpei, a series of mysterious canals, stone foundations and ruins have earned Nan Madol the name: Venice of the Pacific—or even Atlantis. The city of ruins are over a millennia old but thanks to new technology and aerial images of the site the city is more accessible than ever, according to the Science Channel's series 'What on Earth?' Satellite images of the complex show 97 geometrically similar shapes on the island’s coastline. Their purpose is unclear and little is known about the city’s original inhabitants. The local name translates to “the space in between,” referring to the canals formed in between the rectangular-shaped islets, but it could also have a more ominous interpretation—there are numerous reports of ghost sightings near the site. Part of the mystery around Nan Madol is linked not only to its age but also its location. Sitting on Micronesia’s Pacific coral reef coastline, the city developed in solation, around 2,500 miles from Los Angeles, California and around 1,600 miles from the coast of Australia. According to the Smithsonian Museum, Nan Madol’s curious architecture comprises of a hefty 750,000 tonnes of black rock, meaning that the people behind it must have moved 1,850 tonnes every year.
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Nan Madol in Pohnpei, Micronesia
Nan Madol is an archaeological site adjacent to the eastern shore of the island of Pohnpei, now part of the Madolenihmw district of Pohnpei state in the Federated States of Micronesia in the western Pacific Ocean. Nan Madol was the capital of the Saudeleur Dynasty until about 1628. The city, constructed in a lagoon, consists of a series of small artificial islands linked by a network of canals. The site core with its stone walls encloses an area approximately 1.5 km long by 0.5 km wide and it contains nearly 100 artificial islets—stone and coral fill platforms—bordered by tidal canals.
The name Nan Madol means spaces between and is a reference to the canals that crisscross the ruins. The original name was Soun Nan-leng (Reef of Heaven), according to Gene Ashby in his book Pohnpei, An Island Argosy. The ruined city is one of today's great archaeological enigmas and is sometimes called Atlantis, the eighth wonder of the world, or the Venice of the Pacific.
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Nan Madol 1984: Ch 1 Mysterious Ruins
More video from the dusty old videotapes shot on a trip through the Pacific islands in 1984. By a fortunate chance we happened to be touring at the same time a prominent archaeologist, Dr. Stephen Athens, was conducting his research. He was generous enough to give this boatload of tourists a guided tour and lecture.
This first chapter covers the time before we met Dr. Athens. We were just a mixed boatload of travelers and vacationers; some expecting to see one of the wonders of the ancient world, others just taking a boat ride. All of us were astounded as Nandauwas came into view. The following chapters will cover our explorations in greater detail, as Dr. Athens explains what we are seeing. You can get a quick overview of where this is going from the already posted Sketches of Nan Madol 1984.
Popular Article: Athens, J. Stephen, 1983, The Megalithic ruins of Nan Madol. Natural History 92(12):50-61
Highly recommended book (If you can find it.): Hanlon, David; Upon a Stone Alter, A History of the Island of Pohnpei to 1890 (ISBN 0-8248-1124-0)
Nan Madol: Pohnpei Island Tour Part 1 (first time to see sakau plant) Federated States of Micronesia
Declared as a UNESCO World heritage site on July 15, 2016, the mysterious ruins of Nan Madol dates back roughly to the year 1180. It was the home of the paramount chief or nahnmwarki for generations, but the city was deserted by the mid-1800s.
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FSM - Pohnpei -- Nan Madol Tour
Follow us on the Nan Madol tour organized by the Village Hotel. We go by fast boat to the ancient sea city of Nan Madol, where we explore by foot and kayak. Then after lunch on a deserted island, we go visit some nice waterfall nearby Filmed in April, 2012.
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Nan Madol is an archaeological site adjacent to the eastern shore of the island of Pohnpei that was the capital of thearchaeological until about 1628.
8 Most MYSTERIOUS Ancient Structures In The World!
Incredibly advanced ancient buildings! Temples that are older than the pyramids! Real-life hobbit houses and an ancient city built on a coral reef! All this and more in: The Most MYSTERIOUS Ancient Structures In The World!
1. Gobekli Tepe, Turkey
Found in 1994, Gobekli Tepe dates back to 9500 BC making it over 11,000 years old and therefore the oldest temple known to man. In over 20 years since its discovery only around 5% of the site has been uncovered, even so, more than 200 pillars forming 20 circles have been discovered to date, each pillar with a height of up to 20ft and weighing up to 10 tons each, posing the question, How did they move, craft and position these huge pillars with their intricate carvings, thousands of years before metal tools, pottery or even the wheel had been invented?
2. Skara Brae, Scotland.
A severe storm in the winter of 1850 uncovered this Real-life hobbit town in the Bay of Skaill, Scotland. 10 closely knit, underground houses, each containing a large room around 430 sqft big, with a stone hearth for cooking and heating, stone beds and cupboards, and turf roofs to keep the elements out and the occupants warm. This underground village dates back to around 3000 BC and was home to approximately 50 people which is possibly why it had its own primitive toilet and drain system which could flush waste out of the settlement, off the cliff, and into the sea below.
3. Teotihuacan, Mexico.
5000-year-old toilets are cool, but if you want to see crazy inexplicable ancient technology, Teotihuacan is the place to go. This massive ancient city measures 32 sq miles that's about the size of the city of Miami. It started as a group of small villages around 500 BC but by 350 AD it was a bustling city with complex urban planning and sectioning depending on a person's station and over 125,000 inhabitants known as People of the Feathered Serpent. These people were master craftsmen who created architectural wonders such as the Pyramids of the sun and the moon and the Temple of the feathered serpent. Then around 700 AD Teotihuacan was either attacked or suffered a civil war or some other unknown disaster and the mysterious People of the Feathered Serpent simply disappeared.
4. Nan Madol, Micronesia
Someone once said that a wise man builds his house on a rock, well Coral's a rock, right? comment below! Well, this ancient city is built entirely on a coral reef and dates back to around the 9th century. The city itself is approximately a mile long and a third of a mile wide and is formed by almost 100 artificial islets formed by coral and stone and separated by canals, The central part of the city was reserved for nobility and the surrounding areas were for commoners who brought food and water and other supplies to the island.
5. Pumapunku
When the Incas arrived at Pumapunku they found an abandoned city with confusingly advanced buildings. The name Pumapunku actually means Gateway of the Puma and it is believed to have been called this because when the Incas discovered it Pumapunku had sculptures of fierce pumas on pedestals guarding the entrance to a complete ghost town. Massive red sandstone blocks had been perfectly cut and finished and with some joints so tight you couldn't fit a razor blade in them.
6. Ggantija, Malta.
The existence of the two temples of Ggantija was no secret, but just how old they were wasn't known until the mid 20th century. It was then that they were found to date back to 3600 BC, these two temples were older than the pyramids! At 5500 years old they are the second oldest existing man-made religious structures, the oldest being the Gobekli Tepe, and similar to Gobekli Tepe, Ggantija has massive Megalithic walls that, in a time when no metallic tools were available and the wheel had not yet been invented, no one knows how they could possibly erect, craft or indeed even get to the site.
7. Newgrange
Newgrange is another man-made structure that is older than the pyramids, it was built around 3200 BC it is basically a man-made mound with a tunnel built into it and three rooms at the end of the tunnel, about a third of the way into the mound. The mound is about 260ft in diameter and 40ft tall and it's made from alternating layers of earth and stones, it's estimated that around 200,000 tonnes of stone were needed and were brought from a large nearby pond. The 547 slabs that make up the inner passageway were believed to have been brought from over 3 miles away.
8. Stonehenge
Perhaps one that everyone knows but this ancient structure seems to have it all, mysterious alignment with the summer and winter solstice, its older than the pyramids, huge Megaliths weighing around 25 tonnes were erected and positioned by some unknown method, Mortice and tenon joints were fashioned in the stone with only primitive tools,
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Nan Madol drone view (World heritage site)/ Pohnpei, Micronesia
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Unveiling the Mysteries of Nan Madol, Micronesia
Step into the mysterious world of Nan Madol, Micronesia, in this captivating video as we unravel its rich history and cultural significance. Discover the secrets of this ancient city built on a series of small artificial islands and be amazed by the architectural marvels that defy explanation. Join us on a virtual journey through time as we delve into the enigmatic past of Nan Madol and the intriguing legends that surround this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don't forget to like and share this video to spread the wonder of Nan Madol with your friends!
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Unveiling the Mystery of Nan Madol
Embark on a fascinating journey with us as we uncover the secrets of Nan Madol, Micronesia's mysterious ruins. Join us as we delve into the enigmatic stories and legends that surround this ancient site. From its intricate stone structures to its intriguing history, there's so much to explore and learn about Nan Madol.
Discover why this UNESCO World Heritage Site continues to capture the imagination of archaeologists and history enthusiasts alike. Let's unravel the mysteries together and try to make sense of the puzzling ruins that have stood the test of time.
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Nan Madol, located near the southern Federated States of Micronesia, is the only ancient city ever built on a coral reef. In 2016, UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site. The mighty ruins of this mysterious place, slightly smaller than New York, are located between the main island of Pohnpei and Temwen Island. The ruins of Nan Madol go back a long time, but its prehistoric layout is undated and the origins of its builders are unknown...
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