Most People Don’t Know About These Strange Ruins Hiding In West Virginia
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Geoff Foster
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Long before a European boot set foot on our conquered shores, the roots of the native tribes ran deep throughout this land. For roughly 12,000 years, the Native Americans were the only occupants of this land. Their nomadic lifestyle did not generally lend itself to the construction of cities, they left behind few ruins. But there are a few…
A lot of mystery remains as to who built these cairns and what their exact purpose actually was; it is a puzzle that archaeologist Roger Wise is trying to solve.
Although these cairns could have served many purposes, there is some speculation that with so many of them gathered in one area, they might have served some spiritual or religious purpose.
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Here, the boy might have consumed a hallucinogen such as peyote, and entered the spirit world to choose his spirit animal. Upon his return, the boy would be considered a member of the tribe and could fight with the men.
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However, one fact cannot be disputed: These are very old ruins built by an ancient people who left no clue of their identity behind. Be sure to watch the video below to learn more about this archaic site.
Do you know where more Native American ruins can be found? Feel free to comment below and join the discussion.
To learn more about West Virginia, check out these 8 beautiful ruins that will transport you to the past.
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