Riju John

02/01/2026

01/01/2026

Façade depicting Numa Pompilius, one of the legendary kings of Rome. Source: Louvre

29/12/2025

The Voyager Golden Record is a phonographic record attached to NASA’s Voyager spacecraft, a real message in a bottle sent into space for any extraterrestrial life that might find it. Launched in 1977, this gold-plated record carries greetings in 55 languages, sounds of Earth like animal calls, a kiss, and even the brainwaves of a person in love. It also includes images of human life and our planet, capturing the true essence of humanity and culture. 🌍

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas

23/12/2025

The "Lost City of Gold" for the Incas refers to the legendary Paititi, a mythical Inca refuge deep in the Amazonian jungle, believed to hold immense golden treasures hidden from Spanish conquistadors, inspiring quests for centuries but never definitively found, though the legend also stems from the Muisca chief rituals at Lake Guatavita (El Dorado). Explorers sought Paititi for its fabled wealth, with archaeological clues and historical documents pointing to its possible location in eastern Peru, near the Andes, leading to ongoing fascination and exploration.
The Legend of Paititi
Origin: Paititi (or Paikikin, Vilcapampa) was supposedly the last stronghold where Incas fled with their golden idols and riches after the Spanish conquest.
Location: Legends place it in the remote Amazon rainforest, east of Cusco, Peru, in uncharted territory.
Inspiration: The allure of Paititi, combined with the Spanish El Dorado myth (a gilded king and sacred lake), fueled endless expeditions.
Search & Discovery Efforts
Historical Records: Documents from the 16th-18th centuries, like missionary reports, mention Paititi, though often as second-hand accounts.
Archaeological Interest: The Pusharo petroglyphs in Peru are seen by some as potential signposts to Paititi.
Ongoing Quest: Despite many explorers dying in its pursuit, Paititi remains a legendary goal for adventurers and archaeologists.
El Dorado vs. Paititi
While often conflated, El Dorado was initially a Muisca chief covered in gold dust who performed rituals at Lake Guatavita in Colombia, with the name later applied to a city.
Paititi is specifically associated with the Incas hiding their vast wealth in the jungle after their empire fell to the Spanish.

22/12/2025

William III in marble 👑🏦

Hidden within the Bank’s walls stands a striking marble figure of King William III, the monarch who reigned when the Bank of England was first founded in 1694. This statue, carved in 1734 by sculptor Henry Cheere, was commissioned to celebrate the Bank’s move to its permanent home on Threadneedle Street after 40 years of temporary accommodation in the City of London.

The figure is steeped in Roman themes, including:
A muscle cuirass (chestplate) adorned with delicate scale patterns and decorative swags.
A dramatic, flowing cloak draped over his shoulder, adding grandeur to the pose.
A laurel wreath crowning his head – a classical symbol of victory and honour.
Intricate details, including lion masks on the skirt’s ruffle (known as the pteryges) and tiny lions on his sandals, reinforcing strength and sovereignty - A.K.A. aura💥😎

The statue stands on a plinth bearing a Latin inscription, commemorating William III for establishing constitutional principles and confirming the Hanoverian succession. It also notes that the building was dedicated by the Treasury Society in 1834.

22/12/2025

20/12/2025

Cusco – Plaza de Armas: Golden statue of Inca King

18/12/2025

House With The Sun Moon and Stars 🌟 Ancient Gold Star-Map 🌌 From The Qoricancha Peru 🇵🇪
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