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Mayan Ruins Await the End of Time

The Maya say the end of time occurs on. December 21, 2012. These ancient astronomers believed the Age of the Jaguar, that began on Aug. 13, 3114 B.C., will end on the above date. On the following day the sun will be aligned at the winter solstice. The Maya believe this will open a stargate, or portal to a higher world, at the Milky Way’s center. More >
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