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The encounter involves researchers in Turkey preparing to excavate the ancient site of Karahan Teepe. They believe this site is older than Gobekli Tepe, which is around 12,000 years old. The excavation has been ongoing since 1997, and researchers have found many T-shaped obelisks similar to those at Gobekli Tepe. The head of the excavation, Dr. Nesmi Karu, states that there are 12 spots in the region that date back to the same period as Gobekli Tepe. The Turkish culture and tourism minister announced that the excavation will continue to prove Karahan Teepe's age. The impact of this encounter is significant, as it may change the understanding of ancient history and the importance of Karahan Teepe in archaeological studies.
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The video discusses significant archaeological findings at Karahan Teepe, suggesting it may predate Gobeclete and redefine historical timelines. Additionally, it explores the controversial Nampa figurine, which challenges conventional understandings of human history.
Karahan Teepe may be a new zero point in world history, potentially older than Gobeclete.
Dr. Nesmi Karu
“Karahan may well be Gobeclete's oldest sister.”
Mehmed Nuri Esroy
“Planned excavations will prove the settlement at Karahan is much older than Gobeclete.”
Professor Claus Schmidt
“This construction project pushed people to develop agriculture.”
Andrew Collins
“The significance of the nearby Gobecé has now hit the headlines.”
Dr. Yousef Majidaz
“This area was the heart of an incredibly advanced civilization.”
Managed by: Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism
excavation of ancient site believed to be older than Gobeclete
Managed by: National Geographic Society
excavation of ancient site believed to be the earliest temple
Managed by: Iranian Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism
excavation of ancient urban settlement
Karahan Teepe is believed to be much older than Gobeclete, potentially making it a new zero point in world history.
Excavations at Karahan Teepe have yielded 250 obelisks featuring animal figures.
The dating of Karahan Teepe suggests it could be as old as 12,000 years.
The Nampa figurine was found at a depth of 300 ft in a geological stratum that dates to around 2 million years ago.