6 days Ago By Priya Singh
A mysterious triangular tower spotted on Google Earth at the highly classified Area 51 site has sparked a wave of speculation online, with many social media users suggesting it could be "alien technology." Located within the 2.3 million-acre US Air Force base in Nevada, Area 51 has long been a focal point for UFO sightings and extraterrestrial conspiracy theories.
The tower, casting a long shadow, was seen at specific coordinates (37°14’46.5"N 115°49’24.0"W), leaving viewers puzzled and fueling fresh theories about its purpose.
Looks like another Obelisk. pic.twitter.
com/1FnhTRH13m — Mofobian (@Mofobian) April 11, 2025 Located in a remote part of Nevada, about 130 km from Las Vegas, the mysterious tower at Area 51 has captured online attention for its unusual appearance and the long shadow it casts, resembling a sundial. The structure remains unnamed on Google Maps, adding to the intrigue. Social media users and Reddit commenters have compared it to everything from a skyscraper and exhaust vent to an air purifier.
Theories ranged from humorous to bizarre, with some suggesting it’s where aliens “test their various white powders,” a “marker for safe landing,” or even a “UFO charging dock.” ALSO SEE: Tim Cook Reveals Why iPhones Are Made in China—And It's Not Cheap Labour Reactions to the mysterious tower spotted at Area 51 on Google Earth have flooded social media, with users blending humor and sci-fi references. Some jokingly claimed it was “alien technology” or a sign that “Azkaban is real,” while others compared it to the monolith from 2001: A Space Odyssey.
One user humorously imagined aliens refusing to work in square buildings, demanding a tall, triangular one instead. Many, however, didn’t take the sighting seriously, likening the structure to everyday objects such as a Samsung TV remote, a Toblerone-shaped tower, or even a futuristic version of Jenga. a black triangular tower was discovered on Google Maps at Area 51 using coordinates 37°14'46.
5"N 115°49'24.0"W. LINK: https://t.
co/scyCLmsK8Q pic.twitter.com/Qj6cDw82wT — The Rubber Duck TM (@TheRubberDuck79) April 11, 2025 For the unversed, Area 51 is a highly secretive US Air Force facility located about 83 miles northwest of Las Vegas, known for its remote setting and classified operations.
Although the government has confirmed its existence, the base’s true purpose remains unclear, fueling decades of conspiracy theories. While many believe it’s linked to extraterrestrial research or alien technology, there's no solid evidence to support such claims. More likely, it's used for testing experimental aircraft and weapons, but its secrecy continues to make it a focal point of public fascination and speculation.
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