Humans are fascinated by mysteries, whether they’re unsolved crimes, lost treasures, missing persons, vanished civilizations, or strange sounds from outer space. Every year, scientists are able to solve some of these mysteries, yet others only deepen. (These are the most mysterious places on earth.) 24/7 Tempo has compiled a list of some of the most famous unsolved mysteries in the world, drawing information from various encyclopedias and media reports, as well as regional publications. The list is by no means comprehensive. We used editorial discretion to determine which mysteries have captivated the public’s interest the most and/or generated significant media coverage. Throughout history, whole cultures, including mighty empires, have seemingly vanished into thin air. They’ve often left buildings and artifacts behind, yet without the existence of a recorded history, we may never know what actually caused their decline. Other disappearances include planes that disappear in mid-air, as it were – since 1948, over 80 planes have been declared missing, according to the Aviation Safety Network – and people who are never seen again. (Here are the 25 most puzzling disappearances in American history.) Why did the Clovis people vanish? > When: 10,800-8800 B.C. > Where: Present-day Clovis, New Mexico One…
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27 of the World’s Biggest Unsolved Mysteries
