Exploring Boronia's Historical Significance

The video explores the site of Castro Deborah Nia in Finisterre, initially thought to be a typical Celtic farming town. New studies reveal it was a fortified stronghold and religious center. Archaeologists found no fresh water or farmland, yet the site was heavily fortified. Petroglyphs over 3,000 years old suggest Boronia was a sacred site. A rock-hewn staircase aligns with the winter solstice, allowing a ritual journey simulating the end of life. Boronia served as a significant sacred site, symbolizing the end of life and the world.

What was the initial assumption about Castro Boronia when it was discovered in 1933?

• A modern city

• A Roman military base

• A medieval fortress

• A typical Celtic farming town

What did new studies reveal about Boronia's role in the region?

• It was a deserted island

• It was a Roman outpost

• It was a center of economic exploitation and a religious sanctuary

• It was a small fishing village

What unusual feature did the archaeological team find about Boronia's location?

• It was surrounded by mountains

• It was built on a river

• It was located in a desert

• It had no fresh water or farmland

What is the significance of the petroglyphs found near Boronia?

• They are maps of the region

• They are over 3,000 years old and light up during the summer solstice

• They are modern art pieces

• They are Roman inscriptions

How do the petroglyphs behave during the summer solstice?

• They change color

• They emit sound

• They light up and cast shadows

• They disappear completely

What is the purpose of the rock-hewn staircase found at Boronia?

• To simulate a journey with the setting sun during the winter solstice

• To reach a hidden cave

• To access a water source

• To connect to another town

What ritual was performed at the top of the staircase?

• A musical performance

• A political meeting

• A ritual sacrifice to the Sun God

• A dance ceremony

What three elements are visible from the top of the staircase?

• Desert, oasis, and sky

• Earth, sky, and sea

• Mountains, rivers, and forests

• City, countryside, and ocean

What did Boronia symbolize for the people of the region?

• The beginning of life

• A center of commerce

• The end of life and the world

• A place of eternal youth

What are the mystical foundations of the Celtic religion as seen from Boronia?

• Fire, water, and air

• Earth, sky, and sea

• Life, death, and rebirth

• Sun, moon, and stars