Author: Historical Mystery

Introduction Scattered across the Diquís Delta in Costa Rica are hundreds of perfectly spherical stones, known as the Stone Spheres of Costa Rica. Discovered in the 1930s during agricultural work, these spheres range in size from a few centimeters to over two meters in diameter and weigh up to 16 tons. Despite extensive research, their…

Introduction On January 26, 1966, siblings Jane (9), Arnna (7), and Grant Beaumont (4) vanished from Glenelg Beach near Adelaide, Australia. Last seen playing with a tall, blond man, their disappearance sparked one of the largest manhunts in Australian history. Despite extensive searches and investigations, their fate remains unknown, making this one of Australia’s most…

Introduction The Rongorongo script is one of the most mysterious and undeciphered writing systems discovered on Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui. Found inscribed on wooden tablets, the glyphs of Rongorongo are believed to date back to the 13th to 17th centuries. The exact purpose and meaning of these glyphs remain unknown, as efforts…

Introduction The Dropa Stones are one of the most intriguing and controversial artifacts in the study of ancient mysteries and alleged extraterrestrial contact. Discovered in the Baian-Kara-Ula mountains on the border between China and Tibet in 1938 by Chinese archaeologist Chi Pu Tei, these stone disks reportedly feature tiny hieroglyphic-like inscriptions. According to some claims,…

Introduction The Dogu figurines are mysterious clay artifacts dating back to Japan’s Jomon period (14,000–300 BCE). These intricate figurines, often featuring exaggerated facial features and elaborate patterns, have been found at various archaeological sites across Japan. Despite extensive study, the exact purpose of the Dogu remains unclear. Some theories suggest they were used in fertility…

Introduction The Rendlesham Forest Incident is one of the most compelling UFO sightings in history, often referred to as “Britain’s Roswell.” Over a series of nights in December 1980, several U.S. Air Force personnel stationed at RAF Woodbridge, near Rendlesham Forest in England, reported witnessing unexplained lights and a triangular craft. The incident began when…

Introduction The Kensington Runestone is a controversial artifact that has puzzled historians and archaeologists since its discovery in 1898. Unearthed by Swedish-American farmer Olof Ohman near Kensington, Minnesota, the stone tablet bears an inscription in runic characters, which allegedly date back to the 14th century. According to the inscription, Scandinavian explorers visited the area in…

Introduction The Lost Dutchman’s Gold Mine is one of America’s most enduring legends. Situated in the rugged Superstition Mountains of Arizona, this fabled mine is said to hold a vast fortune in gold. The story dates back to the 19th century, when a German immigrant named Jacob Waltz—often referred to as “the Dutchman”—claimed to have…

Introduction The Coral Castle, located in Homestead, Florida, is an extraordinary stone structure that continues to baffle scientists and engineers. Built by Latvian-American eccentric Edward Leedskalnin between 1923 and 1951, the castle is composed of over 1,100 tons of coral rock. Leedskalnin, who stood just over five feet tall and weighed around 100 pounds, claimed…

Introduction The Zodiac Killer is one of America’s most infamous and enigmatic serial killers. Active in Northern California during the late 1960s and early 1970s, the Zodiac Killer is confirmed to have murdered at least five people, though he claimed to have killed as many as 37. The killer taunted police and the public with…