30+ Surprising Valuable Discoveries Found In The Most Unexpected Places

Published on 10/24/2023
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We’ve all made some surprising discoveries. Maybe you found $20 in an old coat pocket, or you discovered a family relic in your basement while cleaning. The discoveries on this list, like yours, were all unexpected. They range from strange to useful and everything in between. Many of these findings remain unexplained and are the subject of Netflix documentaries and films. While some of these discoveries were the product of pure chance, others were the result of hard labor and determination. Hopefully, this list has inspired you to keep your eyes open and your curiosity alive. Who can say? Maybe you’ll find something encouraging as well.

Valuable Discoveries Found In Unexpected Places

30+ Surprising Valuable Discoveries Found In The Most Unexpected Places

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Bolivians Discover an Underground Pyramid

Location: Tiahuanaco, Bolivia
Year Discovered: 2015
Est. Value: Unknown

Tiahuanaco, Bolivia, and its historical remains have resulted in numerous discoveries, and excavations have been ongoing for years by both private businesses and the government. One of the most stunning discoveries at Tiahuanaco in 2015 was an underground pyramid. It was discovered by archaeologists using ground-penetrating radar. They discovered monoliths within the pyramid as well. Excavation of this underground pyramid is still occurring. Tiahuanaco was once the most prominent metropolis in ancient South America. The metropolis covered 231,000 square miles, and discoveries have included stone monuments, palace ruins, sculptures, and more. Tiahuanaco has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000.

Underground Pyramid Found In Bolivia

Bolivians Discover an Underground Pyramid

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