"The Richat Structure: Earth's Mysterious Eye in the Sahara 🌍🔮"
By Jude Obuseh Welcome to the world of geological enigmas, where the mysteries of our planet's past are etched in stone, and where the Richat Structure, also known as the Eye of the Sahara or the blue eye of Africa, stands as an awe-inspiring enigma! 🌍🔍 **Located in the vast Sahara desert near Ouadane, Mauritania, the Richat Structure is a colossal circular geological feature, spanning nearly 50 kilometers across. Its striking circularity and visibility from space have long captivated the imagination of scientists and explorers alike. 🌋 **Initially, the Richat Structure was thought to be an asteroid impact structure due to its near-perfect circular shape. However, further examination raised doubts about this theory, as there was a lack of the typical dome of igneous or volcanic rock that such impacts usually create. Read Also: * * Exploring Zealandia: A Lost Continent Rediscovered After 375 Years! 🌊🗺️** 🏞️ **Today, many experts argue that the Richat Structure is ...