The Mysterious Parchments of Rennes le Chateau and their Secret Codes and Ciphers

The mystery of Rennes le Chateau is one of many twists and turns. It is a story that involves possible treasure being discovered in the later part of the 19th century by the village priest, Berenger Sauniere.  What exactly the treasure was remains a mystery to us today.  But what …

Breaking News! The FFGM Armchair Treasure Hunt #2 has been Solved!

Breaking News! We have another exciting and successful ending! The second of the Forrest Fenn Gold Medallion Treasure Hunts has been solved! Congrats to Andy C. of Connecticut!! Late last night he found the FFGM Treasure Hunt Stone in Bear Mountain State Park, New York! MW received the needed information …

MW Travels: Top Ten Interesting Facts on The Alchemical Door (Porta Alchemica or Porta Magica) in Rome

One of the most mysterious, but lesser known monuments of Rome, is a marble structure sitting in the corner of the gardens of Piazza Vittorio.  It is called the Alchemical Door, also known as the Magic Portal or Gate. The door’s frame is etched with curious symbols and writings. The …

Top Ten Mysterious Locations with Masonic Symbols and Other Secrets of Freemasonry

Article Written by Duncan Burden Freemasonry actively uses the art of construction as a metaphor to instruct its members in how to be a better person. Given the popularity and respect that the vast majority of Masons have for their Craft, it is not surprising that many skilled individuals have …