Ayanis Kalesi temple weathering and heat event evidence. Pitting and weathering on andesite blocks predates cuneiform inscriptions Inscriptions go around the damaged areas rather than through them Evidence that cuneiform was added later to pre-existing ancient structure
At Ayanis Kalesi temple, weathering patterns on andesite blocks clearly predate the cuneiform inscriptions — the inscriptions carefully avoid the damaged areas. More shocking: golden alabaster floors turned milky white from extreme heat estimated at 1,000-2,000 degrees, matching the sun's angle through the entryway. This suggests a coronal mass ejection event struck the temple, breaking the altar into sections. An earthquake in 2011 added further damage after excavation work began. ☀️🔥
Key Facts
- Pitting and weathering on andesite blocks predates cuneiform inscriptions
- Inscriptions go around the damaged areas rather than through them
- Evidence that cuneiform was added later to pre-existing ancient structure
- Golden calisite alabaster floors transformed to milky white color from extreme heat
- Heat damage matches the sun's angle through entryway - suggests CME (coronal mass ejection)
- Temperatures estimated between 1,000 and 2,000 degrees
- Altar was broken into sections and pieces
- Earthquake in 2011 caused additional damage after excavation
Related site: Ayanis Kalesi — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.
Source: NEW Dating Evidence and Discoveries | Lost Civilizations | Türkiye - Matthew LaCroix, Will John by Matthew LaCroix