Man cannot discover new oceans unless he dares to lose sight of the shore. Andre Gide
At the summit of Büyükada, the largest among the princes’ islands of Istanbul, a magnificent structure that has been shuddered with its silence for years has rises: Büyükada Greek Orphanage. This gigantic wooden building, which was the nest of hundreds of children for a period, continues to maintain both its historical splendor and its mysterious …
Throughout history, people have wondered about the signs that will bring the end of the world, and interpreted the extraordinary events that took place in the sky and earth as a harbinger of this great day. The seven major nature events, which are reported to be realized before the Resurrection in Islamic sources, are both …
World War I, one of the most shocking disasters of the 20th century, caused the death of millions of people, the collapse of empires and the radical change of the world order. However, this war draws attention not only with its political and military consequences, but also with mysterious events that push the human mind …
In Turkish mythology, the Yada Stone is known as a magical stone that can control natural events. This stone, which is believed to have effects such as rain, snow and hail, is also called “Cada, Cata, Sata, Caya or Zaya Stone”. Yada Stone, which has an important place in Turkish folk beliefs, has been seen …
The year 2024 has been a year full of crises, great achievements, and turning points that changed the balances on the world stage, etched into the unforgettable pages of human history. Many events, from natural disasters to political turmoil, from technological breakthroughs to humanitarian tragedies, shaped the fate of this year. Developments that resonated globally …
Historical ruins, old buildings and mystical places have always been intriguing to humanity. While some people think that such sites and objects only have historical and cultural importance, others believe that they carry a deep curse. While the legends heard about many old buildings, stones or objects are for the purpose of protection for some, …
Some places around the world have been the scene of the most mysterious and frightening paranormal events in history, becoming almost like a mysterious node. The unexplained events that have occurred in these places have attracted the attention of not only the locals, but also paranormal researchers and curious travelers. The presence of ghosts and …
Jerusalem has attracted attention throughout history as one of the oldest and holiest cities in the world. With its rich history stretching from the birth of the Abrahamic religions to the present day, Jerusalem has become a center that affects the destiny of humanity. Jerusalem, a sacred center of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, has been …
Mount Shasta is a semi-active volcano rising in northern California, separated from other peaks and valleys by its massive 4,200-foot elevation. Although its last eruption dates back to 1250, some small eruptions and fires have occurred from the mountain in recent years. However, what makes Mount Shasta truly unique are the extraordinary claims and myths …
Chinese cuisine is considered one of the richest cuisines in the world and creates unique flavors by combining different ingredients. Creatures such as spiders, snakes, worms and bats are just a few of the interesting foods consumed quite normally in China. However, this diversity and strangeness is not limited to curiosity in the discovery of …
In the last 12 months, extraordinary events have occurred in Türkiye and around the world. 2023 witnessed conflicts arising from deep-rooted problems, significant changes in global politics, and large-scale natural disasters, causing great losses. Some of the events that received wide media coverage throughout the year are as follows: Israel-Hamas War Approximately 1,200 people were …
Mel’s Hole is known as the legendary legend of a “bottomless pit” near Ellensburg, Washington. This story was sparked by allegations from a guest on the Coast to Coast AM radio show using the name Mel Waters. Waters claimed there was a mysterious hole on a rural property located nine miles (14 km) west of …
Srebrenica Massacre or Srebrenica Genocide; It is an event that took place during the Yugoslavian Civil War (Croatian War and Bosnian War), which took place between 1991 and 1995. During the Krivaya ’95 Operation of the Republika Srpska Army against Srebrenica, at least 8,372 people lost their lives as a result of the attack against …
The Khojaly Massacre, which went down in history as a black mark, took place in the town of Khojaly in the Nagorno-Karabakh region of Azerbaijan. On February 26, 1992, Armenian forces launched an attack and targeted civilians. In the attack, civilians were massacred en masse without discrimination of men, women and children. As a result …