We see plenty of impossible things on Google Earth, and as the mapping service gives a bird's-eye view of our planet from above, it really puts into perspective just how tiny we are. We're mere specks on the surface of the planet, with there being some truly fascinating things found buried in the depths of Google Earth.
Over on YouTube, thePOVchannel has stumbled across the seemingly impossible, finding a geometric labyrinth in the American Southwest.
Referring to it as the coolest thing he's ever found, the blocks were measuring around 50 feet by 55 feet, lying in a perfect pattern in these hills. Venturing up to the top of the plateau, he immediately started noticing interesting gaps in the sandstone blocks, with some appearing to have cavities underneath.
The description for the video states: "What do you think this means? Are we living in a Minecraft, Roblox, or Lego world? Is it an Ancient Quarry? Or did the geology.. just.. do that?" To be fair, it does look like a massive block from A Minecraft Movie.
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Heading into this 'underground maze', he explained how all the fractures seem to connect together, with some sections going multiple levels deep.
As well as being pretty alone out there, he was concerned that enclosed spaces like this could be home to larger animals seeking shade from the sun. Yeah, we wouldn't fancy coming across a mountain lion down there either. Giving us some serious claustrophobia, he squeezed through the gaps of this underground maze.
Noting that there appeared to be no signs of footprints, he suggested that he might be the first person to ever go down there, although it's not exactly the most inviting tourist attraction in the world.
Describing his experience, the YouTuber told his fans: "It just keeps going. It feels like we're inside an Egyptian pyramid right now. Just the solidness of these blocks, and just the right angles that they're breaking at."
Flying his drone to get a better look from above, he noted how parallel lines separate these massive blocks in what looks to be a naturally formed maze. Sadly, he was disappointed he didn't find any petroglyphs down there.
Responding to the video, other gobsmacked viewers couldn't believe what they were seeing. One stunned onlooker wrote: "At 66 I’m unlikely to ever be able to explore the way you have done. Thanks so much. What an amazing geographical find! I can’t believe that nature created this - such right angles and straight lines!"
Another wrote: "My goodness, this was just STUNNING! I was literally leaning forward in my chair towards the TV screen, clutching the armrest with both hands! WOW!"
A third added: "After all these years, YouTube is finally worth it. Nothing compares to this vid. Adventurous spirit. The craft and tech to capture the perspective. An entire globe of people as an audience. What a stage!! What a great find."
His channel is full of similar fascinating finds on Google Earth, so if you like watching jaw-dropping natural constructions, check out the rest of his content.