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Notes on the Giant Footprint of Pingan
Jul 25, 2024
The Giant Footprint of Pingan
Introduction
A giant human-shaped footprint was discovered in Pingan Village, Guo Province, China in August 2016.
The footprint measures 57 cm long and 20 cm wide, embedded in rock and dates back to the prehistoric era.
Initial discovery was made by a group of photographers.
Key Details
The footprint is much larger than average human footprints:
Average men’s foot size: 18 cm
Average women’s foot size: 16.5 cm
Local legends refer to such prints as the footprints of gods, raising questions about their origins.
Global Context
Similar large footprints have been discovered globally:
Africa
: Michael Tellinger found a massive footprint he claims is 200 million years old (2012). Critics label him a conspiracy theorist.
Bolivia and New Mexico
: Reports of large footprints
Scientific Debate
There are differing opinions on the origins of these footprints:
Some believe they are from ancient giants.
Most scientists attribute them to dinosaurs.
Arguments against the giant footprint being from humans:
Improbability of fossilization in granite, a material that does not easily capture prints.
The granite in Pingan is believed to be around 3.1 billion years old, complicating the footprints' origins.
Conclusion
The discovery sparks curiosity and debate:
Are these footprints evidence of ancient giants or fascinating geological formations?
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