Nestled on the edge of Pohnpei island, Nan Madol is often referred to as the 'Venice of the Pacific', but its origins and construction methods remain shrouded in mystery. Created around 1180 to 1200 CE, this archaeological wonder consists of nearly a hundred man-made islets, linked by a network of canals. The city's walls and tombs were constructed from colossal basalt logs, some weighing several tons. The precise method of how these stones were transported and carved remains a puzzle to this da

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Beneath the forests of Pohnpei Island lie the ruins of Nan Madol, a ceremonial landmark built during the Saudeleur Dynasty. #LostCities is now streaming on Disney and Hulu. | National Geographic History

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