The Pyramid Claims That Won’t Die: Antarctica, Bosnia, and the Battle Over Truth

A few days ago, Billy Carson—best known for his work on the Black Knight Satellite and ancient civilisations—shared a post on X that caught my attention. In it, he referenced pyramid-like formations in Antarctica, suggesting that while experts claim these are the result of natural geological processes, there's more to the story. He then compared them to the so-called Bosnian Pyramid, stating that it too was once dismissed but is now "well known" as an artificial structure. As someone who respects alternative theories but values evidence, I decided to take a closer look.

Let’s start with Antarctica. Specifically, Carson points to pyramid-like structures in the Ellsworth Mountains’ Heritage Range. From certain angles, these formations—called nunataks—do bear a striking resemblance to pyramids. But resemblance does not equal design. According to geologists, these are the exposed peaks of mountains sculpted by millions of years of glacial erosion. Their sharp, symmetrical shapes are the result of freeze-thaw cycles and other natural weathering processes, not the handiwork of ancient architects.

This freeze-thaw erosion occurs when water seeps into cracks in the rock during the day, freezes at night, and expands, slowly breaking down the rock into angular forms over millions of years. The pyramid-like appearance is purely coincidental, a product of nature rather than deliberate design. Scientists have extensively studied these nunataks and found no evidence of human or non-human construction beneath the Antarctic ice. The region is governed by the Antarctic Treaty and heavily monitored by international research teams. If there were remnants of an ancient civilisation hidden in the ice, it’s unlikely such a discovery would be kept secret. As intriguing as the idea is, the evidence simply isn’t there.

The Bosnian Pyramid, or Visočica Hill, offers a different kind of controversy. In the mid-2000s, Semir Osmanagić proposed that this natural hill in Bosnia was actually a massive pyramid built by an unknown ancient civilisation. The claim gained public attention, and tourism skyrocketed. However, mainstream archaeologists and geologists quickly pushed back. Multiple studies concluded that the hill is a natural formation made of layered sedimentary rock. The European Association of Archaeologists even went as far as to call the project a "cruel hoax on an unsuspecting public.”

Extensive geological surveys have shown no signs of artificial construction. The so-called tunnels and energy anomalies promoted by Osmanagić have not been independently verified or peer-reviewed. The presence of medieval ruins at the summit of Visočica Hill is well-documented, but these are separate from the pyramid claims and have no connection to ancient builders. Independent experts maintain that there are no artefacts, building materials, or cultural indicators that would support the existence of a prehistoric pyramid complex at the site.

So why, then, is Billy Carson—and others—so drawn to linking these two locations? It’s possible he genuinely believes there's something we’re missing, that mainstream science is too quick to dismiss what doesn’t fit established narratives. Or, perhaps, as his platform has grown, he’s leaned more into content that provokes curiosity and drives engagement. After all, the allure of hidden pyramids and lost civilisations is powerful—it speaks to our desire for mystery, discovery, and rewriting history.

However, belief should never outpace evidence. Until solid proof surfaces, both the Antarctic and Bosnian "pyramids" remain fascinating geological features—worth studying, worth discussing—but not, at least for now, remnants of forgotten worlds.

In a world overflowing with information and speculation, curiosity is one of our greatest strengths—but it must be balanced with critical thinking. Entertaining unconventional ideas is how we broaden our perspective, but embracing them without evidence only leads us away from the truth. Asking questions is good—but demanding answers rooted in fact is how we move closer to the truth.