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Every holiday season since 1966, the city of Gävle, Sweden, has erected a giant Yule goat made of straw in the town square. This festive symbol has become famous not only for its impressive size, but also for its history of repeated arson. ➡️

Despite numerous attempts, no bilingual inscriptions (like the Rosetta Stone) have been found to provide clues, leaving the language and content of these symbols unknown to this day. Explore this key to one of the world’s earliest civilizations ➡️ (4/4)

Scholars debate whether the script represents a full language or proto-writing, as most inscriptions are very brief, making analysis challenging. (3/4)

The Indus Valley Civilization was a Bronze Age culture in the northwestern regions of South Asia, lasting from 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE, and in its mature form from 2600 BCE to 1900 BCE. It was the most widespread of the early civilizations of the Near East and South Asia. (2/4)

The Indus script remains one of history’s unsolved mysteries. Used by the Indus Valley Civilization over 4,000 years ago, this collection of symbols appears on seals and pottery across northwest India. Yet no one has successfully deciphered its meaning. 🧵⬇️ (1/4)

Today, Hildegard is celebrated for her pioneering spirit across many fields, her influence in sacred music, and her contributions to both scientific knowledge and spirituality. Read more about her many scholarly and creative works ➡️ (4/4)

Hildegard also composed sacred music, wrote plays such as “Ordo Virtutum”, and even created an alternative alphabet called “Litterae ignotae” as part of her unique language system. Her scientific writings on natural history and medicine are among the earliest of their kind. (3/4)

Known for her contributions across theology, music, medicine, and philosophy, Hildegard of Bingen was a remarkable figure in medieval Europe. As a Benedictine abbess, she experienced visions that inspired her writings, including her major work “Scivias”. (2/4)

📜 She composed sacred melodies, advanced the science of medicine, and even invented a new language. Discover the genius of Hildegard of Bingen. 🧵⬇️ (1/4)

Explore the science of this natural wonder ➡️ (7/7)

The remote location, far from inhabited areas, presents a challenging environment for scientists studying the effects of extreme conditions, but it remains an important site for research. (6/7)

Dallol’s acidic pools and salt formations sit in one of the hottest and lowest places on Earth, shaped by volcanic activity beneath the salt plains. (5/7)

The vibrant, acidic pools of the Dallol hydrothermal system spark scientific debate. In 2019, one team concluded that the harsh conditions make life impossible. Another study suggested evidence of ultra-small structures potentially linked to microscopic life. (4/7)

This unique scenery, with colors ranging from bright yellows to rich reds, results from the intense oxidation of minerals like iron and sulfur. (3/7)

The Dallol hydrothermal system, one of Earth’s most extreme and colorful landscapes, is located deep in Ethiopia’s Danakil Depression. (2/7)

🔥 Where temperatures soar and colors explode: Enter the surreal world of Dallol. 🧵⬇️ (1/7)

Christmas time, holiday season, Yuletide, festivities, winter or summer holidays. Depending on where you are in the world, the period between late November and early January can be known by various names. Throughout history, multiple celebrations have taken place during this

Curious to learn how these organisms help protect our planet? Read on ➡️ (4/4)

By observing bioindicators, scientists gain valuable information on the cumulative impacts on ecosystems, offering a natural approach to environmental monitoring. (3/4)