Some mistakes had disastrous consequences
In the movie, a group of people try to contact aliens who arrive on two ships, which land on a mysterious tower.
But did you know the tower in the movie is real?
Still according to that belief, when the rock formation reached the sky, the girls became the star constellation known now as Pleiades.
Even now, at certain times of the year, the indigenous people perform their rituals there.
Would you be brave enough to visit the Devils Tower?!
Stewart Phillip Porter, a 21-year-old from Eau Claire, Wisconsin, died after a fatal fall while climbing Devils Tower in September 2024. The incident marks the eighth climbing fatality at the monument in over a century. The National Park Service reminded climbers to prioritize safety by checking weather conditions, being aware of wildlife, and consulting multiple sources for route information.
Nature is fascinating in so many ways, and it holds secrets that scientists have been trying to uncover for years. This is the case for Devils Tower, which is believed to have been formed around 50 million years ago. Steeped in geological mystery, it also has a mythological and sacred meaning for the local indigenous people.
It's no wonder that such an enigmatic spot attracts thousands of tourists for different reasons, including rock climbing. Indeed, despite the infrequent nature of climbing fatalities at the monument, a 21-year-old rock climber recently died after falling during a rappel, leading authorities to increase safety warnings regarding venturing into the site.
Devils Tower is a monument surrounded by stories of aliens and legends of giant bears, but what is the real story behind this national monument and its enduring allure? Click on to find out.
Devils Tower: the story behind the mysterious US national monument
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Nature is fascinating in so many ways, and it holds secrets that scientists have been trying to uncover for years. This is the case for Devils Tower, which is believed to have been formed around 50 million years ago. Steeped in geological mystery, it also has a mythological and sacred meaning for the local indigenous people.
It's no wonder that such an enigmatic spot attracts thousands of tourists for different reasons, including rock climbing. Indeed, despite the infrequent nature of climbing fatalities at the monument, a 21-year-old rock climber recently died after falling during a rappel, leading authorities to increase safety warnings regarding venturing into the site.
Devils Tower is a monument surrounded by stories of aliens and legends of giant bears, but what is the real story behind this national monument and its enduring allure? Click on to find out.