INEXPLICATA 04

Magazine Overview

Title: INEXPLICATA
Subtitle: The Journal of Hispanic Ufology
Issue: # 4
Date: Summer 1999

INEXPLICATA is a twice-yearly publication dedicated to showcasing research and concerns of UFO and paranormal investigators across Spain, the Caribbean, Central, and South America. This issue, number 4, published in Summer 1999, features a range of articles exploring ancient mysteries and unexplained phenomena.

Editor: Scott Corrales
Assistant Editor: Juan Carlos Mallory
Contributing Editors: Manuel Carballal (Spain), Willie Durand Urbina (Puerto Rico), Dr. Rafael Lara Palmeros (Mexico), Lucy Guzmán de Plá (Puerto Rico).

Departments and Columns: The "Ex Libris" and "MEXICO WATCH" columns by Dr. Rafael Lara are announced to return in the next issue.

Articles and Features

The Magical Alignments of the Mexican Pyramids By: Dr. Rafael A. Lara Palmeros, CEFP (Mexico)

This article delves into the stone-encoded mysteries of Mesoamerica, building upon the work of Dr. Rubén Morante. It posits that ancient builders possessed a profound understanding of the relationship between humanity, the Universe, and nature. Drawing from pre-Hispanic traditions and codexes, the author highlights the mystical significance of mountains to Mesoamerican peoples, who viewed them as places of birth, resurrection, and connection to the cosmos.

The article introduces the concept of "Vulcanoastronomy," a theory developed by Rubén Morante, which suggests that the orientation and location of pre-Hispanic buildings and cities were influenced by the presence of volcanoes, in addition to celestial alignments. The author and the Archaeological Investigation Group (AIG) of the CEFP undertook research at seven Mexican volcanoes and key archaeological sites to investigate this theory.

The construction of pre-Hispanic structures was meticulously planned, requiring builders to have extensive knowledge of religion, astronomy, geography, geology, and the arts. Orientation held a mystical-astrological quality, deeply influenced by calendars. The study notes that while many structures are oriented towards cardinal points, precise alignments were sometimes affected by celestial bodies or the prominent presence of volcanoes and mountains, which played a role in religious beliefs.

Central Mexico exhibits natural alignments between the Sun and its largest volcanoes, such as Pico de Orizaba (Citlatepetl) and Popocatepetl, linked by sun's rays during equinoxes. This alignment, observable from the volcanoes themselves, is believed to have served as a basis for pyramidal orientation and location systems, indicating a clear understanding of sacred geometry.

The research methodology involved direct observation of equinoxes and solstices, determining geographical axes, and using azimuthal tables to map alignments. The study also explored the possibility of ancient Mexican geographical charts.

The earliest pre-Hispanic settlements, like Tlatilco (c. 1500 BCE), were chosen for various factors, including natural resources and astronomical orientation. The Olmecs, who arrived around 1500 BCE, are noted as volcano-worshippers and played a significant role in developing pre-Hispanic cultures. Sites like San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán and La Venta show evidence of this, with offerings found near volcanoes.

Geographic charts were used to study alignments, revealing connections between sites like La Venta, Pico de Orizaba, La Malinche, and other volcanoes. Several archaeological sites, including Cuicuilco, Teotihuacan, Tula, Palenque, Yaxchilán, Piedras Negras, and Chichen Itza, are shown to align with La Venta. The article details specific alignments, such as those involving Teotihuacán's axis and its relation to volcanoes, and the alignment of Chichén Itzá with La Venta during the summer solstice.

The "Copán/Xochicalco Alignment" discusses unique cities with bas-reliefs depicting astronomical conventions used for calendar adjustments. Evidence suggests contact between astronomers of these distant cities, with specific alignments occurring on May 15th and June 29th.

The "Monte Albán Alignment" identifies Monte Albán, an ancient Olmec-influenced site, as being related to Xochicalco, Tikal, and Uxmal through equinox and solstice alignments with volcanoes and pyramids.

The "El Tajín Alignment" places El Tajín within the Totonacapan area and notes its alignment with various Maya cities and astronomical events, particularly during the winter solstice and equinoxes. El Tajín is described as a massive calendar.

The "Winter Solstice Alignment and the Volcanic Axises of the Altiplano" section presents six alignments as proof of the continuity of cosmological ideas spanning nearly 3,000 years. It highlights how Cuicuilco, Tlatilco, and Teotihuacán aligned with volcanoes and the winter solstice dawn. The article notes that even Tenochtitlán was built on a line aimed at Tlatilco during the winter solstice.

Map 6 illustrates alignments with approximately 90-degree angles. The article concludes that the ceremonial centers followed similar blueprints across different eras, indicating a shared cosmological understanding. The traditions of building temples over "magical" volcanic axises inspired a cosmology that endured throughout Mexico's history.

Conclusions:
1. Many cultures, including Mesoamericans, viewed mountains as mystical places connected to stars and gods, forming the basis of their calendars and agriculture.
2. Human constructions, especially those with mystical-religious character, were oriented according to solstices and equinoxes. In Mexico, this involved aligning stars with mountains, creating a unique system.
3. The practice of using volcanoes and the sun as bases for orienting structures likely emerged from observing alignments between volcanoes like Pico de Orizaba and Popocatépetl during equinoxes.
4. Mountains served as models for pyramid construction, resulting in shapes like those of La Venta and Cuicuilco.
5. Alignments occur when at least three features (volcanoes, ceremonial centers, sun positions) are collinear.
6. The practice of orienting and locating ceremonial centers began with the Olmecs.
7. Architects required deep knowledge of mathematics, geometry, geography, and cartography to create these alignments, possibly with precision comparable to modern standards.
8. This knowledge was secret and transmitted within chosen groups, leading to its loss. An example is Ixcóatl burning Aztec codexes.
9. This orientation system demonstrated the advanced state of Mesoamerican cultures compared to their contemporaries, possibly marking solar points for calendars and ceremonial center locations.

Emiliano Zapata Municipality: The Mystery of the Forgotten Stones By: Dr. Rafael A. Lara Palmeros, CEFP (Mexico)

This article reports on the discovery of a series of unusual stones, approximately 123 in number, found in a virgin forest within the Emiliano Zapata Municipality of Veracruz, Mexico. These stones are sculpted with petroglyphs and have remained in excellent condition. The discovery was made on February 25th, 1999, by Lic. Marino Leal Trujillo, Ms. Virginia Hernández, and the author.

The stones, described as being approximately 4-5 meters in length and 3 meters long with irregular, eroded borders, were found scattered and covered in moss, dust, and vegetation. After cleaning, a variety of petroglyphs were identified, including spirals, circles, wavy lines, crosses, transversal and horizontal lines similar to stairwells, and humanoid shapes.

One notable petroglyph is a cross composed of squares, with each of its "arms" made of two sections, measuring approximately 4.5 cm long and 4 cm wide.

The Haunted Barracks of Cerler By: Angel Briongos Martinez & Javier García Blanco

This article appears to be a brief mention of a topic without further details provided in the scanned pages.

Who Hides Behind The Friendship? By: Josep Guijarro

This article is mentioned as a feature in the issue, promising to reveal "Secrets of the Friendship" that may stun UFO believers and thrill conspiracy buffs. No further details are available in the scanned pages.

The Mysteries of Honduras By: Pablo Villarubia Mausó

This article is mentioned as a feature in the issue, with Pablo Villarubia exploring "The Mystery of Honduras." No further details are available in the scanned pages.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of INEXPLICATA revolve around the intersection of ancient civilizations, particularly in Mesoamerica, with astronomical phenomena, geological features (volcanoes), and potentially paranormal or unexplained events. The journal showcases research that seeks to uncover lost knowledge and understand the sophisticated capabilities of ancient cultures.

The editorial stance, as conveyed by Editor Scott Corrales in his welcome message, is one of perseverance and commitment to publishing high-quality material from correspondents, even when facing challenges like limited space. The journal aims to present valuable research that might otherwise be lost, focusing on a specific but important sub-category of ufology and paranormal investigation.

The articles emphasize a blend of archaeological findings, historical traditions, and speculative interpretations, particularly concerning the alignment of ancient structures and the possible influence of natural phenomena on belief systems and construction practices. There is a clear interest in exploring the connections between the ancient world and unexplained mysteries, including UFOs and paranormal events.

This issue of Inexplicata, identified as issue number 3, is primarily in Spanish and focuses on a variety of unexplained phenomena, including ancient petroglyphs, haunted military barracks, and alleged alien contact.

Petroglyphs and Magnetic Anomalies

The first article discusses a site with petroglyphs featuring humanoid figures, spirals, and representations of hills or light trajectories. The humanoid figure is described as wearing a helmet and having utensils or equipment. The spiral motif was prevalent, appearing on nearly 50% of the stones studied, with various interpretations ranging from snakes to cosmic forces or spacecraft. Other petroglyphs included transversal and oblique lines, possibly representing stairs or a pyramidal structure, as well as shapes resembling spiders, jaguars, monkeys, and fish. The area is noted for its high magnetic activity, leading the author to hypothesize that ancient inhabitants settled there to capture these phenomena. The author suggests the possibility that the humanoid figure might represent an 'unknown visitor.' The article laments that authorities like the Instituto Veracruzano de la Cultura (IVC), the Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia (INAH), and the University of Veracruz have paid little attention to this find, citing a lack of funds, while locals are wary of these 'competent authorities' due to alleged ransacking of archaeological sites.

The Haunted Barracks of Cerler

This section details strange phenomena reported at the Cerler military base in Spain, beginning in the summer of 1992. The events intensified after a tragic avalanche on March 11, 1991, in the Aragonese Pyrenees, which killed nine soldiers and subofficers during winter survival exercises. Recruits and residents reported unexplained events, including strange lights in the mountains, noises, doors opening and shutting, darting shadows, and objects falling. The phenomena were particularly intense in the dry-off area where bodies had been temporarily kept. The Diario del Alto Aragón reported on the investigation, and military authorities requested assistance from parapsychologists. However, the Huesca Military Government issued a communiqué denying any paranormal events. Despite the official denial, some witnesses claimed strange things were happening, such as sudden blackouts and noises. Soldiers recounted experiences of seeing human shadows, hearing footsteps, and witnessing windows inexplicably shuttered and then unshuttered. Some soldiers reported seeing deceased figures in white, falling down and disappearing. Recruit P.B.B. described hearing locker doors opening and closing noisily and the sound of mysterious footsteps. Soldier B.J.C. experienced footsteps closing in on him while on sentry duty. Angel Civera reported hearing footsteps and finding doors closed that he had left open. A large crack on the building's façade, formed after the mountaineering soldiers' deaths, was also noted. The article concludes that the strange phenomena at Cerler appear to have subsided.

Who Hides Behind The Friendship?

This multi-part series investigates the 'Friendship' phenomenon, focusing on alleged alien contact and a mysterious island. Ufologist Hugo Pacheco is introduced as someone who prepares people for contact with 'The Friendship.' Ernesto de la Fuente, an intermediary, recounts his experiences and involvement with the group. The phenomenon is linked to the Chonos Archipelago in Chile, where an island is said to be the base for 'intergalactic tenants.'

Ernesto de la Fuente describes visiting the island, which he claims is magnetically guided. Upon arrival, visitors are relieved of jewelry and given bracelets for communication. They are outfitted in tight white suits and guided through tunnels to temples with bas-relief lettering. The island is described as a microsociety working in perfect order, with some individuals involved in metal extraction and oceanographic work. The beings are said to be 'not of this world, but we belong to humankind.'

The investigation explores the possibility of a sociological experiment, with some individuals being 'easily manipulated.' Rodrigo Fuenzalida, a sociologist, demonstrated how he could imitate the voices and communication patterns of 'The Friendship' characters, fooling Octavio and Cristina. The purpose of this experiment remains unclear, but it involves constant radio contact.

The article also touches upon the isolation of Chiloé and the challenges of navigating its waters. The author recounts searching for Ernesto de la Fuente's homestead, encountering locals who stated he had not lived there for eight years. The investigation questions whether 'The Friendship' is an alien base, a rumor, or a mind control exercise.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the unexplained, the paranormal, and the possibility of extraterrestrial or non-human intelligence interacting with humanity. The magazine appears to adopt a stance of open inquiry, presenting witness accounts and investigative findings without definitive conclusions, particularly regarding the nature of the petroglyphs and the 'Friendship' phenomenon. There is a consistent thread of official skepticism or lack of engagement contrasted with the experiences of individuals and local communities.

This issue of INEXPLICATA presents a collection of intriguing investigations into paranormal phenomena, cryptozoology, and unexplained events, primarily focusing on cases from Chile and Honduras.

The Quemchi Encounter

The issue opens with a personal account of a strange experience near Quemchi, Chile. During a trip, the narrator encountered a peculiar woodsman who exited the car in the middle of a forest, giving cryptic directions to 'Ernesto's house.' The narrator then experienced inexplicable car malfunctions, including the headlights going out and the engine racing, leading to a fear that a flying saucer might appear, prompting a hasty retreat.

Monetary Transactions and the 'Friendship' Case

The narrative shifts to the practicalities of finding accommodation, highlighting the limited options in a fishing village and an encounter with Mrs. Carmen Reyes, a schoolteacher who knew Ernesto de la Fuente. This section also touches upon 'monetary transactions' and introduces the 'Friendship' case, involving mysterious individuals with angelic names. Investigations by Chilean sociologists identified some of these individuals, including 'Andrea Nisbetti,' whose real name was allegedly 'Andrea Nisbetti,' and who entered the country with a forged passport. There is speculation about these individuals being foreigners, possibly linked to Nazi scientists who went with the Americans after World War II. The possibility of Nazis purchasing an island in the Chonos Archipelago to develop technology and 'improve the species' while posing as a religious sect is raised. A letter from a correspondent suggests the 'Friendship' affair originates from an organization with ultra-rightist connections, capable of jamming communications with powerful high-tech equipment.

The Mysteries of Honduras

The magazine then transitions to an exploration of the mysteries of Honduras. Pablo Villarubia Mausó details encounters with various cryptids and paranormal phenomena. The article discusses the 'Sisimite,' a creature described as tall and hairy, similar to the Tibetan Yeti or Sasquatch. Stories are shared about Sisimites kidnapping women and the birth of man-apes from such encounters. The text also mentions the 'arrancalenguas' (tongue-ripper), haunted houses, and ancient civilizations. The narrative follows a journey along the Atlantic coast towards La Ceiba, passing through areas that would soon be devastated by Hurricane Mitch.

The Sisimite and Other Creatures

Further details emerge about the Sisimite, with accounts from Don Manuel Mejía and Jesús Agular Paz, who describe it as a creature that wanders high mountain ranges and lives in dank caverns. The creature is said to kidnap women and take them to their lairs, with stories of man-apes being born from these encounters. The article also mentions other related creatures like the 'curupira' from the Brazilian Amazon. The text recounts an experience of a chain gang catching two Sisimites, described as small, with backward feet and long hair, which were taken to Trujillo. The article also introduces the 'Comelenguas' (Tongue-Eater), a creature that preyed on cattle tongues, and mentions the 'Sipes,' small, black beings with backward-pointing feet.

The Museum of the Fantastic and Giants

The article describes Professor Justino Galán's 'museum' in Trujillo, which houses archaeological and historical treasures, including alleged 'giant bones' found in La Unión, Olancho. One rib was confirmed to be of human origin, suggesting an owner who was approximately ten feet tall. Evidence for giants is also suggested by the discovery of large grindstones and descriptions of people with thick skulls and great cranial density. The presence of 'crystal skeletons' found in the caves of Talgua, dating back to before Mayan occupation, is also noted.

Haunted Houses and Ancient Civilizations

The text touches upon a haunted house in San Antonio, Honduras, once a summer retreat for the wealthy Gleenes family, now deserted and known for strange noises. Archaeological remains, including menhir-idols, are discussed, with some resembling the 'Martian God' of the Tassili Mountains. The article mentions the 'Stone Idols of Trujillo,' described in 17th-century chronicles and by friar Federico Lunardi, which were worshipped in temples and made of a green, marble-like stone.

Patterns in the Void: Dimensions Beyond Our Own

This section, by Scott Corrales, presents an account forwarded by Dr. Raul Rios Centeno concerning a patient who experienced a strange case of hemiplegia. The patient claimed to have had an encounter at the Markahuasi stone forest in Peru, where she felt a cold sensation and saw people dressed in 17th-century fashion in a shack. Her body became paralyzed after being pulled out of this 'shack.' Medical tests indicated no physical trauma but showed abnormal functioning in the left hemisphere of the brain. The article explores the theory of dimensional doorways and the possibility of a 'partial entry' into an anomalous zone affecting the body's energy flow.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the exploration of the unexplained, including UFOs, cryptids, and ancient mysteries. The magazine appears to adopt an investigative and open-minded stance, presenting various accounts and theories without necessarily endorsing them as definitive truths. The focus is on gathering and presenting information on phenomena that lie outside conventional scientific understanding, encouraging further research and consideration of alternative explanations for reported events. The editorial stance seems to be one of curiosity and a desire to document the fringes of human experience and belief.

Title: UFO Universe
Issue: Vol. 3, No. 13
Date: 1998
Publisher: UFO Universe
Country: USA
Price: $4.95
Cover Headline: THE SECRET OF THE DIMENSIONAL PORTALS

This issue of UFO Universe delves into the intriguing concept of parallel dimensions and interdimensional gateways, exploring how these ideas have permeated human belief systems throughout history and are being investigated by modern researchers.

Belief in Other Dimensions

The magazine begins by discussing the long-held belief in other dimensions, levels, or worlds, which predates 20th-century theories. These beliefs are found in various religions and traditions worldwide, often accessible to shamans or individuals with special insight. Certain locations are considered to have a thinner barrier between dimensions, leading to unusual phenomena. Northern European traditions, for instance, spoke of elves and fairies using right angles in human dwellings to create doorways to their own realities. Jacques Bergier theorized that such gateways could be artificial phenomena created by powerful forces for their own transactions.

Carlos Castañeda's writings are referenced, particularly the belief of his sorcerer character, Don Juan Matus, in a 'crevasse between realities' where the material world transitions into the spirit world and other dimensions. Access to these gateways requires knowledge of hidden lore. Spanish author Juan G. Atienza is mentioned for pointing out that the Grail Epics might represent a quest for such a place where the mortal world meets the undying lands or heaven.

Dimensional Portals in Mexico?

The issue highlights the work of Ing. Marco Antonio Reynoso, director and founder of Fundación Cosmos A.C., an organization investigating UFOs and unusual phenomena. Reynoso shares findings from research conducted between 1993 and 1997 in the state of Coahuila, Mexico. Interviews with local residents around communities like Villa de García and Paredón revealed testimonies of UFO sightings and cattle theft. These reports led the research team into the wilderness, to a desert location.

Reynoso describes an isolated region encircled by foothills, featuring a plateau named La Mesilla, which resembles Masada in Israel and Devil's Tower in Wyoming. This formation is believed to be a marine volcano from millions of years ago, part of a region once covered by the ancient Sea of Thetys. The team's hypothesis is that these geological formations might be exit points for the planet's geomagnetic energy, used by UFOs as a power source or to cross dimensional vortices. They claim to have detected a disk approximately 100 meters in diameter with red and yellow lights, which penetrated a 'doorway' with a burst of white light and then re-emerged at considerable speed.

During five visits to the area, the group experienced anomalous events, including difficulties with videotape recordings. On one occasion, while attempting to reach the plateau, they were forced to turn back due to a series of events. As they retreated, they witnessed an enormous disk land where they stood, then rise and hide behind the plateau, followed by a luminous manifestation that bathed the entire area in light.

Forbidden Books and Mysterious Disappearances

The magazine then shifts to a case investigated by Spanish journalist Alfonso Serra, involving Spanish psychic Eulalia Casanovas. This case concerns a young woman who disappeared under mysterious circumstances in the early 1980s on the peak of Monserrat in Catalunya. The incident began at a Benedictine monastery where a young man, while researching magic books, decided to perform a ritual with his girlfriend. Casanovas was allegedly told by the young man that his girlfriend began to fade away during the ritual, leaving only an amulet. Authorities suspected the man of murder, but no motive or evidence was found, leading to speculation about whether the ritual 'gated' the woman to another dimension.

Another section, "Now You See Them...Now You Don't," discusses mysterious disappearances that cannot be easily dismissed as hoaxes. It references cases like the Oliver Lerch/Oliver Thomas incidents and the vanishing of farmer David Lang, which were considered proof of accidental travel to another dimension. The issue then details a mind-bending case from Antonio Ribera's book "Secuestrados por Extraterrestres."

On Easter Week, 1976, a couple, their infant daughter, and their nanny, Maria, were at Barcelona's Prat Airport. After the husband went to get boarding passes, he returned to find his wife, but no sign of Maria and the child. Despite an airport-wide search and lockdown, they were not found. An elderly woman advised the mother to pray, and simultaneously, the woman vanished, and Maria and the child reappeared next to the mother. The child seemed physically stuck to Maria. Later, during the flight to Mallorca, Maria erupted into hysterics. Back in Barcelona, she was hospitalized. Clinical hypnotist Francisco Rovatti hypnotized Maria, who recalled hearing an 'unpleasant-sounding male voice' summoning her, and seeing a 'red light' on the floor, after which a powerful post-hypnotic block seemed to be in place.

Conclusion

The issue concludes by emphasizing that belief in spirit worlds or parallel universes is deeply rooted in both Western and Eastern cultures, making it difficult to question. Even with mathematicians and quantum physicists suggesting the possibility and probability of such existence, 20th-century humanity is reluctant to accept that it might be subject to forces beyond its comprehension.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the existence of parallel dimensions, interdimensional gateways, and unexplained phenomena such as UFO sightings and mysterious disappearances. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various theories and accounts from researchers, psychics, and eyewitnesses, while acknowledging the skepticism that surrounds these topics. The magazine encourages readers to consider the possibility of realities beyond our current understanding, even if they challenge conventional scientific or rational explanations.