CaitSith Posted January 16, 2014 #1 Share Posted January 16, 2014 Deep in the forest between Zwettl and Gross-Gerungs, stands a 7 meter (22 ft) pyramid. The pyramid is made of loosely stacked natural stones, done in a circular layer style like a cake. It is the only known structure of its kind found in central Europe. The origin and the age of the pyramid are unknown. Some believe it to be a ancient Germanic monument, however this is unlikely as archeological evidence doesn't support this and there was no known prehistoric or early settlement in this area. More likely is that the pyramid is of a more modern heritage. In 1747, Leopold Christoph founded the masonic lodge in the area at Rosenau Castle. The pyramid may have served as a signaling station for the secret organization. Ruins of walls have been found nearby and it is possible the pyramid was part of a much larger complex. The strange ivy covered pyramid has been an official monument since 2001. http://www.atlasobsc...viertel-pyramid 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davros of Skaro Posted January 16, 2014 #2 Share Posted January 16, 2014 That's cool. Farmers in recent centuries would stack field, or make walls with it,Who ever did that had some extra time, or money on their hands. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast Posted January 16, 2014 #3 Share Posted January 16, 2014 (edited) This object does not match any of the geometric characteristics of a pyramid by geometric definition , e.g. quadrangular/triangular base and triangular side faces. So, this object cannot be subject to any discussion about pyramids. Edited January 16, 2014 by toast 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaitSith Posted January 16, 2014 Author #4 Share Posted January 16, 2014 I certainly didn't name it, but commend your vigilance and geometric knowledge. Personally I would have called it the Waldviertel Wedding Cake. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Wearer of Hats Posted January 16, 2014 #5 Share Posted January 16, 2014 Looks more like a barrow without the topsoil on it to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonshadow60 Posted January 16, 2014 #6 Share Posted January 16, 2014 Maybe it isn't a pyramid, but it certainly is an unexplained mystery. Way cool, I think. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast Posted January 16, 2014 #7 Share Posted January 16, 2014 I certainly didn't name it, but commend your vigilance and geometric knowledge. Personally I would have called it the Waldviertel Wedding Cake. I thought the same!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast Posted January 16, 2014 #8 Share Posted January 16, 2014 Looks more like a barrow without the topsoil on it to me. Sir, as you are the expert by title, you should know what it constitutes, Sir. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted January 16, 2014 #9 Share Posted January 16, 2014 Does the 'path' spiral up to the top of the structure? It seems to slope in the picture, but that may only be from a dilapidated state. I agree with the modernish interpretation of it - perhaps as a feature in a (disappeared) maze construction? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaitSith Posted January 16, 2014 Author #10 Share Posted January 16, 2014 I Does the 'path' spiral up to the top of the structure? It seems to slope in the picture, but that may only be from a dilapidated state. I agree with the modernish interpretation of it - perhaps as a feature in a (disappeared) maze construction? I think it's just collapsed, doesn't appear to have any mortar or anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harte Posted January 16, 2014 #11 Share Posted January 16, 2014 This object does not match any of the geometric characteristics of a pyramid by geometric definition , e.g. quadrangular/triangular base and triangular side faces. So, this object cannot be subject to any discussion about pyramids. What it is, is a step-cone. Harte 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rashore Posted January 17, 2014 #12 Share Posted January 17, 2014 This is neat. And not much out there about it. I find that interesting in light of the fact that it isn't in the middle of nowhere and easily built within recording of history of the area. I wonder if there are records of this moldering away somewhere? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaitSith Posted January 17, 2014 Author #13 Share Posted January 17, 2014 One would expect more to be established on this site, considering it would have needed some sort of review to establish its protected status. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacques Terreur Posted January 17, 2014 #14 Share Posted January 17, 2014 that's what Wikipedia says about it: "The original purpose of the pyramid is unknown. An interpretation as a Germanic place of worship or ancient tomb is unlikely because there was no prehistoric or early settlement of this area. An interpretation as medieval or more recent signalling station seems debatable. The elaborate construction seems to indicate a relatively modern design which could have been in an aristocratic situation - possibly part of a baroque garden or park. " German Wiki gets a little more specific, dating it pre 19th-century, but not very old. Also, they link its origin with the....BA-BA-BA-BAAAAAAAM..... Freemasons. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilthor Posted January 17, 2014 #15 Share Posted January 17, 2014 (edited) I'm having a tough time being (chronically) astonished with the precision workmanship on this one. And if that's the result of 'Freemasonry', they should clearly return to masonry that someone pays for. Edited January 17, 2014 by lilthor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Wearer of Hats Posted January 17, 2014 #16 Share Posted January 17, 2014 I still think it's some tumulus or barrow without the top soil and grass they normally have on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted January 17, 2014 #17 Share Posted January 17, 2014 (edited) Edited January 17, 2014 by Leonardo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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