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21-MAR-2014 stan wojick

Celestial mirror

Coquimbo

Aboriginal peoples mixed potions in the holes in these rocks. The holes correspond to the positions of the Southern Cross, Venus, and other major stars on the vernal equinox, June 21. On that date, if you fill the holes with water, each of the stars or planets is reflected in the pattern carved in the rock.


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pkocinski27-Apr-2014 19:10
I love astronomy and this is cool!
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