Summary of the video Ancient Islands Ghost City of the Pacific (Full Episode) | Lost Cities with Albert Lin
Speakers: Albert Lin, Gusker, Willie Holly, Ashley Meredith, Rosa
Important Points and Facts:
- The ancient city of Nadol is located in the Pacific Ocean in Micronesia, one of the most isolated places on Earth.
- The city is believed to have been built about 800 years ago by the Saudeleur Dynasty.
- The city was constructed on man-made islands and stone structures built into the coral reef.
- Albert Lin uses 21st-century technology, including LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) and drone, to uncover the hidden worlds beneath the dense jungle canopy in Nadol.
- The city is believed to have been home to up to 2,000 people, including the rulers of the Saudeleur Dynasty.
- The basalt rocks used to build the city were transported from a quarry located 10 miles away.
- The city was discovered to have over 90 man-made structures, including a massive seawall.
- The city was divided into a burial district and a residential zone, with temples and monuments signifying the power of the Saudeleur rulers.
- The city was likely constructed using a combination of human labor, engineering skills, and possibly even magic, according to local legends.
- Albert Lin also discovered an ancient rock art gallery on the island of Pohnpei, with carvings similar to those found in New Caledonia, suggesting a possible connection between these distant cultures.
Actionable Items:
- Further exploration and research of the city of Nadol and its surrounding areas.
- Further investigation into the possible connection between the cultures of Pohnpei and New Caledonia.
- Preservation and protection of the archaeological sites and artifacts discovered.
Sentiment of the Video: The video conveys a sense of awe and respect for the ancient civilization that built the city of Nadol. It also expresses a sense of excitement and curiosity about the mysteries that still surround this ancient city and the people who built it. Despite the challenges and dangers, the sentiment is largely positive, emphasizing the human capability and resilience.
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Ancient Islands Ghost City of the Pacific (Full Episode) | Lost Cities with Albert Lin