In Search of Ancient Astronauts

Throughout time, man has believed in ancient astronauts, intelligent beings visiting Earth from
another planet. Some theories even suggest that the gods of ancient myth are really
extraterrestrials, descending from on high to help primitive mankind develop.
Those who believe in ancient astronauts suggest that ancient mythologies of gods descending
from the heavens are merely representations of aliens visiting Earth in UFOs. In these myths,
godlike beings possess awe-inspiring powers, the result, some say, of incredibly advanced
technology.
Many legends referred to flight. In India, Sanskrit epics describe flying machines involved in
aerial battles. In the Old Testament, Yahweh is credited with a metal ÒbodyÓ, accompanied by a
column of smoke and the sounds of trumpets Ð a far cry from the outstretched arms and
protective wings described in Psalms.
In both South America and Egypt, small models have been found that are remarkably similar to
modern aircraft. Ancient JapanÕs small clay figurines, the Dogū, appear humanoid. The eyes,
however, bear a remarkable resemblance to descriptions of aliens from throughout history. And
Brazilian legends describe visitors from the sky, educating early people on astronomy, medicine,
agriculture, and more.
Examples of petroglyphs and cave art often represent people and animals. These artful depictions
also include more troublesome details. Some seem to depict helmeted figures, even with antenna.
And the Dogon tribe of Mali, West Africa believe that ancient astronauts gave their people
wisdom and humanity.
Perhaps the most mysterious evidence comes from the Nazca Lines, geoglyphs in Peru. There are
hundreds of figures, ranging from very simple lines to incredibly detailed animals, fishes, and
birds. The largest of these figures are nearly 900 feet long. Interestingly, these designs are only
recognizable from the air. Obviously, these ancient peoples wanted to communicate with
someone much higher than themselves. But who?
In more recent times, renaissance art contains what some believe to be UFOs. Ancient astronaut
theorists believe this to be proof that ancient astronauts reappear from time to time, checking on
our progress.
Evidence from art and culture only raises more questions. Until clear archaeological evidence is
discovered, to search for ancient astronauts will continue.
These paintings from Italy were created around 10,000 B.C. Believers claim that these figures
may depict ancient astronauts.

A Nazca Line from Peru, created by the Nazca Culture ( 200 B.C. to 700 A.D.).

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