Water on Mars may have been similar to Earth's - study

Scientists have discovered mysterious traces on Mars that may indicate the existence of a unique water system. The Cydonia region is back in the spotlight due to a hypothesis about an ancient settlement near a body of water. UFO researcher Jason Martell compared the supposed settlement to Earth cities, but the hypothesis is based only on visual similarity, not geological data.

Scientists have discovered mysterious traces on Mars that may indicate the existence of a unique water system. The Cydonia region on Mars has once again come into focus due to a hypothesis about an ancient settlement near a body of water. The trigger was NASA orbital images showing a boundary between hilly terrain and a relatively flat depression. Along this boundary lie the famous Cydonia objects—the "Face," the D&M pyramid, and the "City" complex. UFO researcher Jason Martell believes this layout may resemble Earth cities that arose near water. He compared the supposed settlement to Venice, Alexandria, Amsterdam, Singapore, Dubai, and Manhattan, as well as ancient Memphis and Ur. According to his version, the "Face" could have been a monumental structure facing the water. However, the hypothesis is based solely on visual similarity, not on geological data or physical evidence. To date, there is no confirmation of the artificial origin of the Cydonia objects. The resemblance of Martian forms to faces and buildings may also be explained by pareidolia—the human tendency to find familiar patterns in random natural structures. The researcher himself admits he has no specialized knowledge in geology.

Water on Mars may have been similar to Earth's - study