Mind-blowing clip shows the breathtaking view of the bottom of a dried-up ancient ocean

Nature offers countless breathtaking sights, from mountain peaks to dense forests and deep ocean realms. Recently, a stunning video of the bottom of a dried-up ancient ocean captivated the internet. Posted on X by @historyinmemes, the clip has amassed over 8 million views and 60k likes. The caption reads, "When you realize this is the bottom of a dried-up ancient ocean."

The video begins with a view of what appears to be a mountain with multicolored rings. However, when the person filming throws a rock, it reveals the depth of what is actually the bottom of an ancient dried-up ocean. The video showcases the stunning terrain, covered in red, white, and beige hues, resembling a vast, multicolored desert with a seemingly endless pit. At the end of the clip, the location is identified as Boszhira Valley in southwestern Kazakhstan, as reported by About Kazakhstan.

The valley is extensive enough to require a full day to explore, according to the website. The best time to visit is during the summer months, as the roads become difficult during the monsoon. There are no bus services to this natural wonder, so visitors must travel by car. The red sandstone and chalk slab formations feature a notable attraction called the Azu Tisteri rocks, or “fang teeth,” which appear in most photos of the area, as noted by Planet Esoterica. Since the valley is relatively unknown, it doesn't attract large crowds. The western Chink is considered the best spot to view the valley without descending to the valley floor.

People took to the comments to appreciate the beautiful sight. A user wrote, "I’ve seen some of this in person and the video doesn’t justify the size of some of these features!" @jolstream commented, "Who would've thought we'd be exploring ancient oceans from the comfort of our own homes? The wonders of technology never fail to surprise!" @blesskatty felt, "Sounds like the perfect spot for a mysterious late-night adventure."

@eleni_CuteLouca wondered, "It's fascinating to think about the geological history behind what was once the bottom of a dried-up ancient ocean. What other secrets and remnants might this terrain hold from its aquatic past?" @DianaLe51908977 shared, "Almost all land was at the bottom of the ocean at one point in time. There were many increases and decreases in ocean levels in earth history seems best in the layers of the Grand Canyon." @xSwaNNy joked, "If they would have paid more taxes in ancient times, maybe we could still have this ocean today."

In another similar story, the first US woman to walk in space also became the first woman to reach the deepest point in the ocean. Dr. Kathy Sullivan walked the space in 1984 and 36 years later she went to the Challenger Deep, per The New York Times. She was accompanied by Victor L. Vescovo, who also sponsored the mission. Challenger Deep, the lowest sea bed in the world, is located in the Mariana Trench, 200 miles southwest of Guam. The astronaut spent an hour and a half at the location with her diving partner as a part of a deep-sea research submersible called "Limiting Factor."