4 MINUTES AGO: Giant Gilgamesh JUST FOUND Under The Euphrates River!

The Euphrates River, once a source of life and prosperity for the Middle East, is now drying up. What's more, the dry

river

bed has revealed something remarkable: the tomb of the legendary hero Gilgamesh, believed lost in time. Some debatable videos have even appeared on the Internet claiming to show the discovery of Gilgamesh's tomb. But how did this tomb survive all these years and what can it tell us about the past? Well, sit back and relax as we delve into the mysteries of the Euphrates and the epic hero Gilgamesh. The Euphrates is one of the longest and most historically important

river

s in the world, stretching for 2,800 kilometers (1,700 miles) through Turkey, Syria and Iraq.

The Euphrates River has marked the history of humanity for thousands of years. It has been responsible for the creation of the Fertile Crescent, a part of ancient Mesopotamia where the first and oldest recorded agricultural practices began. Many ancient cities, including Ur, Uruk, and Babylon, were built along its banks. The river valley created the heart of the later empires of Babylon and Assyria. The river's importance spanned over 450,000 years ago with Julian Stone artifacts and the remains of early humans buried on its banks. Unsurprisingly, the Euphrates River was one of the first recorded in the Bible as one of the four rivers originating in the Garden of Eden.

The Euphrates served as a key dividing barrier between East and West, shaping key events such as wars and invasions which, in turn, have shaped the distribution of people and power across much of Asia and North Africa. But the importance of the river is not limited only to ancient history. The Euphrates River is an essential source of water for irrigation and is also used for transportation. However, the river has gradually dried up in recent years, plunging millions of people into an unprecedented drought that stretched from Turkey to Syria and Iraq. This long stretch of river has been the region's main source of water for over ten thousand years, supporting human civilizations and allowing them to flourish.

The drying up of the Euphrates is not entirely unexpected, as has been predicted in a terrifying prophecy that appears to be coming true. The river level in northern Syria is so low that five million people could be at risk of running out of water. In most places in the lower reaches of the river, mainly in Iraq, the river has completely dried up, with the bed now completely visible and what used to be submerged underwater now being barren lands of cracked soil. In places where water has dried up, farmland has become barren because there are no irrigation sources for crops, pushing villages into unusually long droughts.

The fishing economies of people living near the river are also declining as the fish population declines. However, this drying up of the Euphrates River has been a source of fascinating discoveries and historical events. One of the most important is the discovery of the tomb of King Gilgamesh, an ancient ruler of Uruk, in modern-day Iraq. Let's see who King Gilgamesh is and how the tomb was discovered. We must discuss the epic of Gilgamesh to know who King Gilgamesh is. The Epic of Gilgamesh is an ancient Mesopotamian story about the powerful king of Uruk and his quest for eternal life.

But it is not

just

a simple story of heroism and quests; The Epic of Gilgamesh is a literary masterpiece filled with mythological meaning and human emotion. Archaeologists discovered several cuneiform texts dating back to 750 BC. that make up the Epic of Gilgamesh. But keep in mind; This text   is far from simple. It is a relatively modern creation from numerous partial texts written in different languages ​​and

found

in various places in Mesopotamia and Asia Minor. Now, who was King Gilgamesh? Gilgamesh was one of the first rulers in history and the story of him has captivated people for thousands of years.

According to ancient Sumerian and Babylonian legends, Gilgamesh was the son of a goddess and a human king, making him a demigod. He was born in the city of Uruk, located in what is now Iraq, and became king of the city when he was

just

a young man. Gilgamesh was known for his incredible strength and his surprising good looks. He was tall, muscular and handsome and had a fierce, admirable and intimidating spirit. The people of Uruk loved him for his bravery and strong leadership, but they also feared his impetuosity and tendency to act without thinking, so they prayed to the gods to teach him to be a kind and wise king.

In response to his prayer, the gods created Enkidu, a wild beast-like man who would become Gilgamesh's companion and guide. Together they would embark on an adventure that would change their lives forever. When Enkidu first encountered Gilgamesh, the two men fought fiercely, each trying to demonstrate his strength and skill. However, they soon realized that they were evenly matched and quickly became friends. Gilgamesh and Enkidu embark on a great adventure to defeat the monstrous Humbaba. Humbaba was a

giant

who lived in the cedar forest of Lebanon and was feared by all who knew him. Gilgamesh and Enkidu led a group of 50 men into the forest and, with the help of the god Shamash,

found

and defeated Humbaba.

After Enkidu's death, Gilgamesh became obsessed with the idea of ​​immortality. He embarked on a long and dangerous journey to find Utanapishtim, a mortal who had become immortal after surviving a great flood. Along the way, Gilgamesh met many strange and wonderful creatures, including a scorpion man and a brewer, who gave him advice and guidance. When he finally arrived at Utanapishtim, Gilgamesh begged the old man to reveal the secret of immortality. Utanapishtim told Gilgamesh that immortality could not be obtained through physical means but through the love and admiration of the people. He suggested that Gilgamesh return to Uruk and live a life of wisdom and goodness, ensuring that his people were safe and prosperous.

Gilgamesh took this advice to heart and returned to Uruk, where he became one of the greatest kings the city had ever known. He built great walls around the city and oversaw many public works projects that improved the lives of his people. He became known for his wisdom, kindness and strength and lived on in legends and stories long after his death. In 2003, a German-led expedition unearthed what could be the entire city of Uruk, including the famous king's final resting place. According to the Epic, Gilgamesh was buried in the Euphrates when the river split after his death, so archaeologists used modern technology to read differences in the magnetization of the soil, creating a magnetogram, which was then digitally mapped, effectively providing a map of the city of Uruk.

What they found was astonishing: garden structures, field structures, Babylonian houses, and an incredibly sophisticated canal system. Jorg Fassbinder of the Bavarian Department of Historical Monuments in Munich said the most surprising discovery was the advanced canal system. Remains of such a building were also found that could be interpreted as a burial site. Could this be Gilgamesh's tomb, as described in The Epic of Gilgamesh? Fassbinder was hesitant to confirm the link, adding that he does not want to definitively state that it was Gilgamesh's tomb, but it appears to be extremely similar to the one described in the epic.

But Gilgamesh's tomb is not the only discovery on the Euphrates; More surprising secrets have been brought to light. The river has revealed a treasure trove of historical artifacts and cities lost thanks to recent droughts. The receding waters of the river have revealed six distinct civilizations, each with unique antiquities and treasures. From the Sumerian Akkadian era to the Islamic era, this ancient riverbed is a time capsule of human history. And that's not all! Recent droughts have also revealed several lost cities, such as Talbes in Iraq, hidden for generations under the waters of the Haditha Dam. One of the most fascinating discoveries brought to light by the receding waters of the Euphrates is that of a vast burial site dating back to Byzantine times.

The site, hidden for centuries beneath the depths of the lake, has been exposed and extends along the eastern shore of the lake from Wadi Sahl al-Khashab to the administrative border of Raqqa and Aleppo. This remarkable find has amazed archaeologists and historians and shed new light on this ancient era. But it is not only the cities that have been exposed by the retreat of the waters of the Euphrates. The historic Hastek Castle in the A??n region of eastern Turkey, hidden under the waters of the lake for decades, has been revealed in all its splendor. Visitors can now explore this magnificent castle and marvel at its stunning architecture and unique history.

And that's not all! The drought has also revealed some huge caverns, believed to be the tunnels of the Euphrates. These mysterious tunnels are a testament to the ingenuity of ancient civilizations, and their discovery has left experts pondering their purpose. It is difficult to imagine that these incredible discoveries were hidden for so long under the Euphrates River, which was dammed in 1968, causing many ancient sites along the river to be flooded. However, some monuments and artifacts were saved from destruction. The region along the Euphrates River is also home to hundreds of Syriac Christian monasteries and numerous cemeteries. Interestingly, when the sun is shining and the lake water is clear, submerged cemeteries can be seen in the western district of Raqqa.

Some tombs have been found on the right bank of the lake, but the left bank remains unexplored mainly due to its rocky terrain and difficulty of excavation. If you liked this video, don't forget to press the subscribe button right now and watch the next video on your screen that we have already prepared for you.