Top 10 Unsolved Mysteries of the World
If you want to know more about unsolved
mysteries, check our list of top 10 unsolved mysteries of the world below. It
goes without saying that our world has lots of mysteries and most of them can’t
be solved until now. These mysteries are difficult to understand and most of
the people also find it difficult to explain. Let’s take a good look at some
famous mysteries that still need answers.
1. Dancing
Plague
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One of the most popular unsolved mysteries of the world is the dancing plague. In July 1958, this mystery was started when there was a woman named Frau Toffea who began dancing. The mystery started when this woman couldn’t stop. Within a month, there were many people who joined this woman in dancing. These people danced continuously for days, weeks, or months. Due to the dancing plague, many people who joined in her dancing died from exhaustion, strokes, and heart attack. Many people had no idea why those people wanted to dance so that they lost their life. This story can’t be solved until now.
2. The
Disappearance of Harold
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In December 1967, there was a man named Harold who went down to the beach (Cheviot Beach) for swimming. The mystery started when this man suddenly disappeared without leaving any traces. Harold was prime minister of Australia at that time. Due to this tragedy, the biggest search operation in Australia was started. While there were lots of people who searched for him, they couldn’t find a single trace. The disappearance of Harold is still a mystery until now.
3. Lady
Dais
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The mystery started when scientists found an ancient body in China. The body is known to be the most well-preserved body until now. This body is known to be Lady Dais who lived during the Han dynasty. She died from a heart attack. While the body is around 2000 years, scientists still can’t find the answer why the body is still so soft. There is a mysterious liquid in which scientists find it difficult to replicate.
4. Spontaneous
Combustion
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Another great mystery which can’t be solved until now is Spontaneous combustion. Many people also consider Spontaneous combustion as one of the best mysteries of the world that needs an answer. The first event happened on 15th September 1982 where there was a woman named Jeannie Saffin wrapped into the flames when she was sitting on the chair. The only witness to this incident was her father. He saw the flash light and he also noticed that her daughter didn’t move or cry. The police reported that there was no sign of burning during the incident. After that, there were other similar incidents reported. The cause of this incident is still unknown until now.
5. Sailing
Stones
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The “Sailing Stones” is another mystery which needs an answer that many people have no idea why it can happen. These stones which are located in the Racetrack Playa move across the surface without animal or human intervention. When these stones are moving, they also leave a track before them. Scientists who have investigated this incident believe that these stones can move because of the wind. However, other people believe that the heavy wind can’t move these heavy stones easily.
6. The
Mysterious Sound – Taos Hum
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Another mystery which can’t be solved until now is Taos hum. This mysterious sound was heard for the first time in the small town of Taos. The residents of the small town of Taos call this mysterious sound as “Hum”. Those who have heard this mysterious sound describe the sound as a distant diesel engine or a low pitched voice which is heard in a quiet environment. Those who have investigated this event still can’t find the answer until now.
7. Placebo
Effect
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Placebo Effect is actually a situation when the patients are given with the fake medicine. By taking this fake medicine, patients can get better. Many people still have no idea why those who take fake medicine which is advised by the doctor can get better. Some people believe this is possible because patients believe that the medicine really works. Another effect is known as Nocebo effect. This effect can be described as a situation where patients take fake drugs but they can experience the side effect which is caused by the real drugs.
8. Grooved
Spheres
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Grooved spheres are mysterious metal spheres found by miners. These metal spheres were found by miners in South Africa. These metal spheres have three parallel grooves which are etched around the equator. Many scientists have no idea why these metal spheres exist. They don’t find a good answer until now.
9. Red
Rain
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Red rain is known as the special rain since the color is different than the usual rain which we see every day. The Red rain was first spotted for the first time in India. The color of the rain is read. Many scientists have no idea why it has a different color than the usual rain. The Indian government reported that the red rain was caused by the airborne spores. However, further studies have shown that the red rain contains extraterrestrial cells.
10. The
Lost City of Atlantis
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The lost city of Atlantis is without a doubt one of the greatest mysteries of the world. There are lots of people who have been trying to locate this city. Some people believe that Atlantis disappeared after tsunami or earthquake. Atlantis was rumored to be a beautiful city filled with a Poseidon temple, canals, and concentric walls. Atlantis was known as the most advanced civilization. However, this city still can’t be found until now.
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