Sumerian civilization

Sumerian civilization The claim that the Sumerian civilization had detailed maps of our solar system 6,000 years ago is an interesting but controversial topic. Historically, the Sumerians were experts in astronomy, and their clay tablets record astronomical observations. However, to say that they knew all the details of the modern solar system is an exaggeration. Sumerian astronomy and impressions Sumerian tablets contain images of stars, planets, and constellations, and they identified planets such as Venus. However, we have no reliable evidence that they were aware of distant planets such as Neptune or Uranus, as they are not visible without a telescope. Some theories, such as the existence of a “Nibiru” or tenth planet, are based largely on modern speculation, not historical evidence. Strange and giant creatures Sumerian inscriptions sometimes depict tall gods or other creatures, which some people associate with aliens or extraterrestrials. However, archaeologists consider the image...