LA Marzulli, a respected author, lecturer, and filmmaker, continues his exploration of ancient mysteries in his latest film "Out of Place Artifacts." This documentary examines peculiar archaeological findings that challenge conventional historical narratives. From the Vatican Obelisk to the megalithic stones of Sacsayhuamán in Peru, Marzulli investigates artifacts that appear to have been created with technology beyond what was historically available at the time of their construction.

Key Takeaways

LA Marzulli's "Out of Place Artifacts" documentary examines mysterious ancient structures that challenge conventional archaeological understanding.
The film demonstrates how certain ancient artifacts like the Vatican Obelisk and Sacsayhuamán stones couldn't have been created with the tools available during their historical period.

On the Trail of the Nephilim Series

Out of Place Artifacts Film

The latest addition to the Trail of the Nephilim Series explores mysterious artifacts that challenge conventional historical narratives. After two years in development, this film finally moved from concept to completion with the assistance of editor Josh PE. Running over an hour in length, it documents numerous anomalous structures and objects discovered across multiple continents that don't align with mainstream archaeological understanding.

The film showcases artifacts from Peru, Vatican City, Israel, Spain, Portugal, and other locations around the world. Each featured item raises questions about ancient technological capabilities and challenges the official historical record. These discoveries suggest alternative explanations for sophisticated engineering achievements of the past.

Research and Exploration Highlights

One prominent investigation centers on the Vatican Obelisk, an 84-foot tall, 300-ton red granite monolith originally from Heliopolis in Egypt. Transported to Rome by Caesar Augustus around 35 BC, the obelisk predates this move by approximately 1,500 years. The film demonstrates why this artifact presents a technological mystery:

Vatican Obelisk Anomalies:

Made from extremely hard red granite
Contains no hieroglyphics
Features perfectly tapered dimensions (diameter changes continuously along its height)
Cannot be effectively worked with period-appropriate copper tools

The film includes a practical experiment showing how copper chisels, which would have been available during the Bronze Age, become completely blunted after just 7-8 strikes against granite without making significant impact on the stone.

Moving such massive objects presented another engineering challenge. When Pope Sixtus V relocated the Vatican Obelisk in 1586—moving it just a few hundred yards—the operation required:

900 men
300 horses
Complex systems of ropes, pulleys, levers, and wooden blocks

Sacsayhuamán in Peru features as another significant location in the film. This site contains massive polygonal stones weighing between 40-100 tons, precisely fitted together. The andesite stone used in these structures presents the same problem as the granite obelisk—it cannot be effectively worked with copper tools that would have been available to the builders according to conventional history.

The film presents these and other artifacts as evidence suggesting advanced ancient technology that may no longer exist on Earth.

Artifact Examination

The Egyptian Monument in Rome

The Vatican houses a remarkable monument from ancient Egypt—a colossal red granite obelisk standing 84 feet tall and weighing approximately 300 tons. Originally from Heliopolis, this massive structure was transported to Rome by Caesar Augustus around 35 BC, though its actual creation likely predates this move by at least 1500 years.

What makes this artifact particularly intriguing is the absence of hieroglyphics, leaving its creators unknown. The precision of its construction poses significant questions about ancient capabilities. For every increment of height, the diameter changes proportionally with remarkable accuracy.

The material itself presents a significant challenge. Red granite ranks among the hardest stones used in ancient construction. Modern experiments demonstrate that copper tools—the technology supposedly available during the obelisk's creation—prove entirely inadequate for working with granite:

Copper chisels quickly become blunted after just a few strikes
Sharp edges completely dull against granite surfaces
No meaningful impressions can be made in the stone

The transportation challenges are equally baffling. In 1586, when Pope Sixtus V ordered the obelisk moved just a few hundred yards, the operation required:

Resources Number Men 900 Horses 300 Equipment Complex system of ropes, pulleys and wooden blocks

This massive undertaking—just to move the obelisk a short distance—raises profound questions about how ancient builders initially quarried, shaped, transported, and erected such monuments without modern technology.

Megalithic Sites and Ancient Architectural Techniques

Sacsayhuamán in Peru represents another extraordinary example of inexplicable ancient construction. The site features numerous megalithic stones weighing between 40-100 tons, precisely fitted together in complex polygonal patterns that defy conventional archaeological explanation.

The stones at this site are primarily composed of andesite, another extremely hard material that resists primitive tools. Practical demonstrations confirm that:

Copper tools (available during the Bronze Age) cannot effectively cut andesite
The precision fitting of massive, irregularly-shaped blocks requires advanced engineering knowledge
Moving 60-ton stones up steep hillsides presents logistical problems beyond simple manpower

These megalithic constructions appear across multiple continents with similar characteristics:

Precise cutting and polishing of extremely hard stone
Perfect fitting of enormous blocks without mortar
Placement of massive stones in seemingly impossible locations

The technologies that created these structures appear to be missing from the archaeological record. While mainstream archaeologists propose various theories involving ramps, rollers, and thousands of workers, these explanations fail to adequately address the precision cutting and shaping evident in these monuments.

Multiple researchers have documented these anomalies across sites in Egypt, Peru, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Israel, suggesting a widespread technological capability that doesn't align with conventional understanding of ancient civilizations' technical abilities.

Technological Anomalies in Ancient Structures

Advanced Engineering Hypotheses

The creation of massive ancient structures presents perplexing technological questions. Red granite obelisks weighing hundreds of tons show precision engineering that seems impossible with ancient tools. Consider the Vatican Obelisk, an 84-foot, 300-ton monolith originally from Heliopolis, Egypt. This structure predates its Roman relocation by approximately 1,500 years and bears no hieroglyphics, leaving its origins mysterious.

Testing reveals that copper chisels—tools supposedly used in these structures' creation—become completely blunted after just a few strikes against granite. This practical limitation contradicts conventional archaeological explanations. The precise tapering of these obelisks means their circumference changes with every inch of height, requiring mathematical and engineering precision beyond what's typically attributed to ancient civilizations.

Even moving these structures in relatively modern times proved extraordinarily difficult. When Pope Sixtus V relocated the Vatican Obelisk in 1586, it required approximately 900 men and 300 horses using an elaborate system of ropes, pulleys and wooden blocks—just to move it a few hundred yards.

Contemporary Archaeological Perspectives

Archaeological sites like Sacsayhuamán in Peru present similar technological mysteries. The site features massive andesite stones weighing between 40-100 tons, precisely cut into polygonal shapes that fit together with remarkable precision. These stones cannot be effectively worked with copper tools, the implements supposedly available to their builders.

Many researchers and archaeologists have examined these sites, including specialists who conclude that conventional explanations fall short. The transportation question remains equally problematic—how ancient cultures moved stones weighing 60+ tons up steep terrain without modern equipment defies conventional understanding.

The academic community remains divided on these issues. While mainstream archaeology often maintains traditional timelines and construction methods, a growing number of researchers acknowledge that these structures represent technological anomalies that deserve fresh examination. The precision engineering visible in these sites has attracted attention from various researchers who continue documenting and analyzing these remarkable ancient achievements.

Future Research and Final Insights

What's Coming Next in Film

The journey into mysterious artifacts continues with several exciting projects on the horizon. At least six films focused on UFO phenomena have already been released, with the seventh and eighth currently in post-production. These upcoming documentaries will expand on the extensive research already conducted across various global locations.

After completing "Out of Place Artifacts," which required over two years to finalize, the filmmaking team has gathered significant additional footage from megalithic sites throughout Italy. Much of this material remains in archives, awaiting incorporation into future productions.

The team is considering a potential "Part Two" of the artifacts series, as they deliberately excluded certain significant findings from the current film. This sequel would further explore mysterious objects and structures that challenge conventional historical narratives.

Closing Thoughts on Artifact Mysteries

The investigation into unexplained artifacts reveals compelling evidence that something beyond conventional understanding has occurred throughout human history. Objects like the Vatican Obelisk present remarkable engineering paradoxes - an 84-foot, 300-ton red granite monolith transported from Heliopolis to Rome in 35 BCE by Caesar Augustus.

The technical challenges are profound:

Material hardness: Red granite cannot be effectively worked with copper chisels (demonstrated through testing)
Precision: The diameter changes continuously along the height, requiring sophisticated geometric knowledge
Transportation: Moving the obelisk just a few hundred yards in 1586 required 900 men and 300 horses

Similarly, the polygonal megalithic stones at Sacsayhuamán in Peru weigh between 40-100 tons each, yet fit together with remarkable precision. The andesite stone cannot be cut with copper tools, raising fundamental questions about ancient capabilities.

These artifacts suggest the possible involvement of advanced technology no longer available on Earth. While archaeologists may dismiss such theories, the physical evidence of these structures demands explanation beyond conventional historical understanding.

Unexplained Ancient Artifacts: L.A. Marzulli Reveals Lost Civilization Technologies That Defy Scientific Explanation