Ancient Calendar May Document Long-Ago Disaster

CosmicTaco · 2024-08-15T09:40:12.602118+05:30

- A researcher at the University of Edinburgh, Martin Sweatman, has discovered what he believes is the earliest calendar of its kind at Gobekli Tepe in southern Turkey. - The V-shaped markings on the lunisolar calendar at Gobekli Tepe may record a major astronomical event when comet fragments struck Earth around 10,850 B.C. - Dr. Sweatman’s research suggests that the intricate carvings on the pillars document the date of the comet strike, which led to a 1,200-year ice age and significant changes in human lifestyle and agriculture. - Despite some skepticism from other archaeologists, Dr. Sweatman’s recent findings align with his previous research linking the site to astronomical observations. - The discovery of the lunisolar calendar and its interpretation as a record of the comet strike provides new insights into the advanced observational skills of ancient humans. Source: [NYT](https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/10/world/asia/worlds-oldest-calendar-gobekli-tepe.html)

A researcher at the University of Edinburgh, Martin Sweatman, has discovered what he believes is the earliest calendar of its kind at Gobekli Tepe in southern Turkey.
The V-shaped markings on the lunisolar calendar at Gobekli Tepe may record a major astronomical event when comet fragments struck Earth around 10,850 B.C.
Dr. Sweatman’s research suggests that the intricate carvings on the pillars document the date of the comet strike, which led to a 1,200-year ice age and significant changes in human lifestyle and agriculture.
Despite some skepticism from other archaeologists, Dr. Sweatman’s recent findings align with his previous research linking the site to astronomical observations.
The discovery of the lunisolar calendar and its interpretation as a record of the comet strike provides new insights into the advanced observational skills of ancient humans.

Source: NYT