104. A lost mural is hidden behind a wall in the Italian Town Hall
Location: Florence, Italy
Discovered Year: 2012.
Est. Value: $100-$400 million*
Researchers in Florence, Italy made an unexpected discovery when they probed the wall behind the City Hall. The mural was created by Leonardo da Vinci.
This high-tech project verified the fresco from 16th century, hidden in a secret place for many centuries. The mural is believed to commemorate the victory Florence won over Milan in the 15th century at Anghiari. Unknown is the reason why Florence frescoed this Da Vinci mural. Da Vinci, who left Florence for Rome in 1506, never finished the fresco.
105. A mysterious ‘beach’ appears in the middle of Tunisian desert
Tunisia Location:
Discovered Year: 2014.
Est. Locals’ priceless value
You wouldn’t expect to find a beach in the middle of the desert. To the delight of Tunisians, an oasis appeared out of nowhere in Tunisia. Gafsa beach was an oasis for the people of this drought-ridden area.
Gafsa Beach was discovered by shepherds in 2014. Locals dive into the green murky waters despite the authorities’ warning that they are carcinogenic. Others blame earthquake activity for the groundwater’s appearance, but others don’t agree. Gafsa is a very exciting event for Tunisians living in the desert.
