3150 BC: Turkey; Lake Van Oscillation
Abrupt change in sedimentation rate of Lake Van in Turkey indicative of rapid climatic fluctuation at (varve) dates of 5200 BP (3150 BC) (Palaeo, 122 (1996) p 107)
Sedimentation change (~3150 BC, Lake Van, Turkey): Rapid climatic fluctuation could result from impact-induced cooling, aligning with loss of life.
Lake Van, Turkey: Studies uncovered archaeological remains linked to ancient civilizations.
Civilization remains discovered beneath Lake Van, submerged over 15,000 years ago, aligning with geological studies of the area.
Genetic testing of elongated skulls found in Peru, Malta, and Egypt traces origins to the Armenian Highlands near Lake Van.
From Lake Van to Greece, Syria, and beyond, artifacts and architectural styles reveal a shared influence.
Recent archaeological discoveries in Eastern Turkey and Lake Van are reshaping humanity's understanding of its past.
He cited examples from Eastern Turkey, particularly the region around Lake Van, where recent discoveries have opened up new possibilities for understanding these ancient connections.
According to LaCroix, the Ararat Civilization was centered around Lake Van and built massive megalithic structures, some of which have only recently been uncovered.
He described how the site, which sits on a mountain overlooking Lake Van, contains massive megalithic stones arranged in a manner similar to those found in Peru.
LaCroix also discussed Kev Kalesi, another site near Lake Van, where massive basalt blocks have been found.
DNA tests on elongated skulls found in Peru and Bolivia have shown a genetic link to the region around Lake Van in Turkey.
He described how the temple at Ionis Kalesi, located near Lake Van, was likely aligned with other sacred sites in the region, forming a network of spiritual centers connected by shared knowledge and beliefs.