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Can the Earth be covered in gold?

Covering the entire planet in gold probably sounds like the aspirations of the ancient oligarchs who swam around in far too much wealth.

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Golden treasures of Padmanabhaswamy temple

While some sail the seven seas in search of ancient treasures, India has its own little treasure coves hidden across the land, often out of reach.

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Tughlaq’s failed experiment

The 14th century sultan, Muhammad Bin Tughlaq, known as the “Man of Ideas,” is considered to be one of the most striking Sultans of medieval India.

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Gold dishes of the world

Food items around the world that use gold as an ingredient and how much gold they contain

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Gold turns glass Ruby red

When you visit medieval churches in Europe, be sure to look at the stained-glass windows, which are works of art in themselves.

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All the Earth’s gold comes from meteors

Film maker James Cameron’s spectacular Avatar – and his much earlier film Aliens – were both built around stories of exploring other planets for precious metals.

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