The Face on Mars (theory)

The Face on Mars refers to a formation discovered in 1976 in a NASA photograph taken by the Viking 1 spacecraft. This natural rock structure appears to resemble a human face, sparking speculation about extraterrestrial life and ancient civilizations on Mars. Some theorists argue it could be a product of intelligent design, while scientists explain it as a trick of light and shadows creating an illusion. More recent images from other spacecraft have shown the formation in greater detail, revealing it to be a natural geological feature rather than an artificial construct.