What is like to be a gaunt romantic

If you read the news, then you thought it was a coincidence. In the northern Basque region, Spanish archaeologists discovered an exceptional set of cave drawings dating back 12,500-14,500 years. It could rival the Cave of Altamira. In Petra, a platform was unearthed that would reveal intriguing details. It could be an older structure, which might hint of a sprawling civilization in this arid land. It may also be used to scan the nearby lands. Last but not the least, medieval communities were found within the jungles of Siem Reap. These structures might be completed during the 12th century, which was the height of the Khmer civilization.

What do these amazing discoveries have to do with you? The paintings in Altamira would remind you of an animated film. It may be “Ice Age”, which was hardly memorable. As for Petra, think of a lean Harrison Ford who risked his life to save his old man. As for the Khmer ruins, Lara Croft wouldn't like another person to be credited for the Medieval cities. If not for the archaeologists, all gaunt romanticists, who swore not to embark on another expedition. But they changed their minds after stumbling into an intricate structure beneath the river's surface.

Unsung heroes?

If not for these archaeologists, there won't be a franchise to build from. Come to think of it, there's much to be discovered. If the Amazon were a part of the Roman Empire, then Nero wouldn't have second thoughts on setting the entire forest on fire. It could have been a catastrophe, an eternal loss of hundreds, if not thousands, of endemic species. But the Romans would have found the remains of an ancient city. And they would be startled to learn about the red-haired inhabitants. Could they be the descendants of the Celtic race?

How about those exciting tales about a mighty civilization in the dense forest in Africa? H. Rider Haggard made a career from it. One of Michael Crichton's popular novels was set in the Rift Valley. It would be likely that these authors got their information from legends, if not hearsay. And there won't be any limit to their imagination. It would be silly to think that there won't be such a thing. This part of Africa seemed impenetrable, and as the authors would suggest, the lucky ones could live to tell the tale.

Here are the following things that could change the history of the world:

The discovery of an ancient community in Antarctica. Forget "Aliens vs. Predators", even the possible existence of the Hollow Earth. And let's not be superstitious about global warming. (If there's such a civilization, then the gradual disintegration of the ice shelf won't be a sign.) The possibility of this supposed civilization in contact with the other mighty empires (from other parts of the world) is an intriguing thought. But there might not be enough artifacts to prove it.

Validating a Biblical tale. The Indiana Jones film series don't belittle the Christian faith. On the contrary, it warned viewers about its effect. If they turned out to be true, then expect the worst. (Religion can be a contentious matter.) Forget about the Ark of Covenant (unless you plan an invasion of Ethiopia). As for the Holy Grail, you might end up backpacking all over Europe. Not a bad alternative.

What could be found beneath the land mass? There would be countless pre-Columbian civilizations in the Pacific region, which could rival the Greek city-states and the Roman Empire. The striking similarities would prompt to wonder if there was a mass migration. It would be wrong to think otherwise, but the reasons could be varied. Except the climate.

You might know something about the petroglyphs in the Caribbean. Spill the details.