Atlantis |
It is believed that Atlantis existed in the Atlantic Ocean, somewhere outward from the Strait of Gibraltar. |
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The island of Santorini |
There are claims that this volcanic eruption destroyed parts of the island of Santorini around 1600 B.C., wiping out Minoan settlements, and could be a possible location for Atlantis. |
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Bimini |
The city of Bimini is said to have been a possible location for Atlantis. |
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Hispaniola |
Some claim that the island of Hispaniola is a possible location for Atlantis. |
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The Azores |
According to some theories, Atlantis is located in The Azores. |
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Cadiz |
New research suggests that Atlantis could be found in Cadiz. |
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Cadiz |
This is a suspected submerged city just north of Cadiz, Spain where the team believes they have pinpointed the ancient, multiringed dominion known as Atlantis. |
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Southern Spain |
The legendary metropolis believed swamped by a tsunami thousands of years ago is located in mud flats in southern Spain. |
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Santorini |
The theory suggests that Atlantis was situated in the Mediterranean, on the Greek island of Santorini. |
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Antillia |
Another idea suggests an Atlantic Ocean location for Atlantis, possibly on the island of Antillia off the coast of Portugal. |
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Mayan/Inca Civilizations |
Another hypothesis places Atlantis in the Americas, potentially in South America or Mexico. |
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Santorini, Greece |
The island’s pre-volcanic makeup closely resembles what Plato wrote about Atlantis. |
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Cyprus |
Researchers found large man-made structures underwater that mirrored Plato’s writings. |
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Cadiz, Spain |
Underwater ruins near Cadiz, Spain, flattened by tsunamis thousands of years ago. |
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Cadiz, Spain |
Researchers found underwater ruins near Cadiz, Spain. |
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Turkey |
The ancient city of Atlantis is believed to be located in Turkey, where the remains of a sunken city have been found. The site was discovered by archaeologists in 2001 and is believed to date back to around 500 BC. |
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Bolivia |
In Bolivia, there is a lake known as Lago Titicaca which has been the subject of many theories about Atlantis. The legend states that the lost city was located on an island in this lake. |
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Antarctica |
Some scientists believe that Atlantis could have been located in Antarctica due to the geographical similarities between the continent and the mythical island. |
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Sardinia |
The island of Sardinia was once connected to Sicily through a land bridge, and the sea levels rose enough to cut off this connection. Many researchers believe that Atlantis may have been on either of these two islands at one time. |
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Bimini |
The Bermuda triangle is often associated with the lost city of Atlantis due to its strange and unexplained occurrences in the area. One theory suggests that it may have been located somewhere around these islands. |
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Cadiz |
This location is often associated with Atlantis due to its proximity to the Strait of Gibraltar and the fact that many historians believe it was a major port in ancient times. |
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Melos |
This small island off the coast of Greece is often associated with Atlantis due to its location in the Aegean Sea and its proximity to mainland Greece. |
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Spartel |
The Frenchman's hypothesis suggests that a submerged land mass called Spartel could potentially be Atlantis. |
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Cadiz region |
The team refers to these formations as walls but they acknowledge the possibility of them being natural or artificial rock formations. |
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Baia |
Roman city on the Bay of Naples with opulent villas and hot springs. |
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Phoenicia |
Ancient Phoenician city located on the coast of modern-day Lebanon. |
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Canary Islands |
The area above is one of the more frequently cited 'underwater city' locations in online lore. |
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Atlantic Ocean |
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Crete |
According to ancient Greek mythology, Atlantis was a large island located in the Atlantic Ocean west of the Strait of Gibraltar. |
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Cyprus |
According to ancient Greek mythology, Atlantis was a large island located in the Atlantic Ocean west of the Strait of Gibraltar. |
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Las Palmas |
According to ancient Greek mythology, Atlantis was a large island located in the Atlantic Ocean west of the Strait of Gibraltar. |
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Canary Islands |
According to ancient Greek mythology, Atlantis was a large island located in the Atlantic Ocean west of the Strait of Gibraltar. |
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Azores |
According to ancient Greek mythology, Atlantis was a large island located in the Atlantic Ocean west of the Strait of Gibraltar. |
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The Azores Islands |
These islands are believed to be the remains of a sunken landmass once linked to the mainland, with volcanic formations that resemble Atlantean temples. There is also evidence of advanced architecture and engineering in the area, which has led some scholars to believe it could have been the original home of Plato's Atlantis. |
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The Richat Structure |
This structure in Mauritania is a large dome-shaped depression that resembles Plato's description of Atlantis. It has been the subject of much speculation among researchers, with some suggesting it may be the remnants of an ancient civilization. |
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The Bimini Road |
This underwater formation in the Bahamas is shaped like a road or causeway, which some scholars believe may have been built by Atlanteans and could have served as a port for their ships. It has also been described as a possible gateway to another dimension. |
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The Canary Islands |
These islands have been linked to Atlantis by some scholars due to their volcanic origins and unusual geological features. They also share similarities with Plato's description of the island. |
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Atlantis |
Atlantis was a legendary empire in the Atlantic Ocean, which some believed was sunk by earthquake or flood around 9,600 BC. |
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Ufology |
Ufology is the study of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and related phenomena. |
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Crystal Skulls |
Crystal skulls are a type of crystal object that is believed to possess healing powers and have mystical or spiritual significance. |
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Stonehenge |
a prehistoric monument located in England that has been dated to 2500 BC or earlier |
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Roswell, New Mexico |
a city in Roswell County, New Mexico known for a purported UFO crash that occurred in 1947 |
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Bimini, Bahamas |
a small archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean north of Cuba and east of Florida, known for its legendary connection to Atlantis |
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Giza Necropolis |
an ancient burial ground located on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt containing several pyramids including those of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure |
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Easter Island |
a Polynesian island located in the southeastern Pacific Ocean, known for its famous stone statues called moai |
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Cadiz, Spain |
The U.S.-led research team announced it had pinpointed an ancient city they believe to be Atlantis. |
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Off the coast of Africa |
In 2009, an engineer working with Google Ocean spotted a 'network of criss-cross lines' about 620 miles from the northwest coast of Africa. |
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Greece |
In 1956, researchers claimed to have discovered a temple in Crete that matched the description of Atlantis given by Plato. |
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Atlantic Ocean |
The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest of Earth's oceanic divisions, following the Pacific Ocean. It lies between the Americas to the west and Eurasia to the east, and the Southern Ocean to the south. |
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Cadiz |
Cádiz is a city and port in southwestern Spain. It's known for its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site centered on Plaza San Juan de Dios and the 18th-century Cathedral of Saint Just and Pastor. |
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Santorini |
Santorini, or Thira, is an island in the southern Aegean Sea, located about 130 km (80 miles) southeast of Greece's mainland. It has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. |
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Cyprus |
Cyprus is an island country in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, east of Greece, south of Turkey, west of Syria and Lebanon, northwest of Israel and west of Egypt at the eastern end of the Mediterranean coast. Cyprus is the third largest and third most populous island in the Mediterranean. |
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Malta |
Malta is a small Mediterranean island nation made up of three islands – Malta, Gozo and Comino. |
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Cyprus |
Considered by Robert Sarmast as the location of Atlantis, Cyprus is located in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. The island's unique geology includes a volcano, which experts believe was responsible for the sinking of Atlantis. |
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Malta |
Located on the dividing line between eastern and western Mediterranean Sea, Malta is considered by past and present researchers as a possible location of Atlantis. |
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Turkey |
Considered by some historians as a possible location for Atlantis, Turkey is located in the southernmost part of the European continent. |
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Black Sea |
The Black Sea was proposed as a location for Atlantis by some historians due to its close proximity to the Mediterranean Sea and its volcanic nature. |
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Greece |
According to Plato's dialogues, Atlantis was located in Greece beyond the Pillars of Hercules. |
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Turkey |
Other scholars have suggested that Atlantis was located in modern-day Turkey near the Aegean Sea. |
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Italy |
Some believe that Atlantis was located in Italy near the Tyrrhenian Sea. |
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Maltavoula |
According to local legend, a large stone with inscriptions in ancient Greek was found near Maltavoula. |
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Mellieha Bay |
A submerged city has been discovered in the waters off Mellieha bay. |
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Stonehenge |
Stonehenge is an ancient monument that has been theorised to be a representation of Atlantis. |
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Bimini |
Some believe that Bimini was the location of Atlantis, as it is believed to be where the Mayans fled when their civilization collapsed. |
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Cantre’r Gwaelod |
The lost kingdom of Cantre’r Gwaelod is thought to be buried under the waves of Cardigan Bay, Wales. It was once believed that an Atlantis existed on this map. |
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Gough Map |
The Gough Map is the oldest surviving map of the British Isles and dates back to the 13th or 14th century. |
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Cleopatra's palace in Egypt |
Located on the Mediterranean Sea coast of Alexandria, this sunken city is believed to have been sunk by a tsunami that hit around 50BC. |
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Cleopatra's sunken palace in Egypt |
Located on the Mediterranean Sea coast of Alexandria, this sunken city is believed to have been sunk by a tsunami that hit around 50BC. |
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Cleopatra's sunken palace in Egypt |
Located on the Mediterranean Sea coast of Alexandria, this sunken city is believed to have been sunk by a tsunami that hit around 50BC. |
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Mediterranean Sea |
This region has been suggested as a possible location for Atlantis based on similarities between Plato's description and the Minoan civilization on Santorini. |
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Antarctica |
This theory suggests that Atlantis could have been moved from a temperate location to its current position beneath the ice. |
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Santorini, Greece |
Santorini is known for its volcanic activity and unique architecture. It's a popular tourist destination and may be the location of Atlantis due to its volcanic history. |
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Bimini Islands, Bahamas |
Bimini is a group of islands known for its crystal-clear waters and marine life. It's also been the subject of rumors about Atlantis due to its similarities to Plato's descriptions. |
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Kekova Bay, Turkey |
Kekova Bay is home to ancient ruins that date back to the 5th century BC. It's also believed to be the site of Atlantis due to its similarities to Plato's descriptions. |
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Aegean Sea |
The Aegean Sea is a body of water separating the Greek mainland from Western Asia and the island groups in the southern Mediterranean. |
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Sardinia |
An Italian island in the Mediterranean Sea |
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Crete |
The largest of the Greek islands |
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Santorini |
A massive volcanic eruption devastated the island of Santorini in the Aegean Sea near Greece about 3,600 years ago. |
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Minoa |
Minoan civilization disappeared suddenly at about the same time as a volcanic eruption on Santorini. |
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Crete |
The Minoan civilization of Crete also disappeared around the same time as Santorini. |
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Santorini |
One of the most popular theories suggests that Santorini was the lost island of Atlantis. The ancient city of Thera, located in the center of Santorini's caldera, is thought to be the remnants of a massive volcanic eruption which may have been responsible for sinking Atlantis. |
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China |
Another theory suggests that the lost island of Atlantis could be located in China. The area is known for its ancient civilizations and rich history, making it a possible candidate. |
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North America |
A third theory suggests that Atlantis could be located in North America. The region is known for its ancient civilizations and rich history, making it a possible candidate. |
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Greece |
The most popular theory suggests that the lost island of Atlantis could be located in Greece. The ancient city of Thera is thought to be the remnants of a massive volcanic eruption which may have been responsible for sinking Atlantis. |
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China |
Another theory suggests that the lost island of Atlantis could be located in China. The area is known for its ancient civilizations and rich history, making it a possible candidate. |
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North America |
A third theory suggests that Atlantis could be located in North America. The region is known for its ancient civilizations and rich history, making it a possible candidate. |
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Pampa Aullagas |
The only possible location that matches Atlantis's description is the Altiplano in Bolivia. |
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Atlantis |
Suggestions of a possible island in the Atlantic Ocean. |
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Lake Titicaca |
A lake in the Andes high plateau of South America, it is one of the world's highest lakes and located between Peru and Bolivia. The legend says that an advanced civilization called Lemuria once existed underwater, with its capital city at Lake Titicaca. |
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Lake Garda |
A popular holiday destination in Northern Italy, it is the largest lake in Italy and has been associated with Atlantis since the Renaissance period. |
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The Bermuda Triangle |
A region in the North Atlantic Ocean where numerous aircraft and ships have disappeared mysteriously over time. |
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The Mediterranean Sea |
An ancient sea in the middle of Europe, it is said to be where Plato's Atlantis once existed according to his writings. |
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Eye of the Sahara |
Located in Mauritania (Northwest Africa), about 250 miles inland from the Atlantic Ocean, the Richat structure is more known as the Eye of the Sahara or the Eye of Africa. |
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Giza Plateau |
Even though it may not be what you expect to find in the middle of a desert, Egypt is home to some of the oldest and most impressive structures known to humankind. |
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Sphinx |
The Sphinx is an ancient statue and monumental sculpture that dates back to the era of Ancient Egypt. |
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Gulf of Alaska |
The Gulf of Alaska is a large gulf in the northeastern Pacific Ocean. |
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Sardinia |
Sardinian folklore suggests that the island could be the lost Atlantis. |
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Italy |
The Italian island is thought to be linked to Plato's Atlantis because of its location beyond the Pillars of Hercules. |
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Atlantis |
A city that sank into the sea. Its inhabitants were said to have become fish, and its location is unknown. |
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Loch Ness Monster |
A creature that supposedly lives in the Loch Ness in Scotland and is said to have a serpentine body with large, dark eyes. |
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Bigfoot |
A creature that is said to inhabit the forests of North America and resembles a large primate or ape. |
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Chupacabra |
A creature that is said to attack and drink the blood of livestock in various parts of Latin America. |
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Cadiz |
A team of divers and archaeologists uncovered large concentric circular structures that look like artificial walls which are said to bear similarities to Plato’s descriptions of the mysterious lost city of Atlantis. The team was not going to reveal the location of these findings: 'We have notified the corresponding administrations and it is they who are responsible for maintaining and protecting them' |
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Aleu Ruiz |
The two specialists used technology to carry out bathymetric surveys of the area and detected structures rising from the seabed, with a height of five metres and some of them up to 450 metres long. 'We are calling them walls, but they could be rock formations, natural, artificial, we don't know', they explained. |
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Cape Verde Islands |
The ancient Greek mythology of Atlantis describes a powerful civilization that ruled the seas and had extensive trade networks across the world. The legend mentions that this lost city was located in the Atlantic Ocean, which is why it has been linked to Cape Verde Islands. These islands are home to various archaeological sites that date back to the ancient period, making them a promising location for Atlantis |
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The Azores Islands |
Another possible location for the lost city of Atlantis is The Azores Islands. This archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean is believed to have been inhabited by ancient peoples who built stone structures, including menhirs and dolmens that are still found today. There's also evidence of trade networks between these islands and other parts of Europe during the Iron Age. |
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The Canary Islands |
Located in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa, the Canary Islands are another possible location for Atlantis. The archaeological sites on these islands date back to the prehistoric period, and they were inhabited by various ancient civilizations. There's also evidence that the Phoenicians traded with the inhabitants of the Canary Islands during their early days of sailing. |
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The Azores |
Another possible location for Atlantis is The Azores. These islands are located in the Atlantic Ocean and were inhabited by ancient peoples who built stone structures, including menhirs and dolmens that are still found today. There's also evidence of trade networks between these islands and other parts of Europe during the Iron Age. |
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Bimini Islands |
The Bimini islands were a possible location for the legendary city of Atlantis. The island is located in the Bahamas, and some say that it was once home to an advanced civilization that possessed knowledge of astronomy and navigation. |
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Cadiz |
Cadiz is a city in Spain that has been theorized as being the location of Atlantis. The city was once an important port for trade and commerce, and many believe that it may have been destroyed by a natural disaster or by invading forces. |
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Cyprus |
Cyprus is another possible location for Atlantis. The island was once home to an advanced civilization that possessed knowledge of astronomy and mathematics, and many believe that it may have been the site of a lost civilization. |
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Greece |
Greece is one of the most popular locations for Atlantis. The country has a long history of mythology and legend, and many believe that it may have been home to an advanced civilization that was lost to time. |
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Ireland |
Ireland is another possible location for Atlantis. The country has a rich history of mythology and legend, and many believe that it may have been the site of an advanced civilization. |
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Turkey |
Turkey is another possible location for Atlantis. The country has a long history of civilization and was once home to an advanced society. |
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Richat Structure |
The Eye of the Sahara is believed to be Atlantis. |
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Crete |
Some experts believe that Plato based his story on myths and legends of ancient Crete. |
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Atlantic |
Others believe that Atlantis could have been a sunken city in the Atlantic Ocean. |
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Atlantis |
According to Plato, Atlantis was a large island located in the Atlantic Ocean. It is believed that its inhabitants were technologically advanced and possessed great wealth. |
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Bimini |
In the Bermuda Triangle, there are many theories about a possible location of Atlantis. Some believe that it is located beneath the ocean floor. |
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Croatia |
Ancient Croatian legends tell a story about a lost kingdom called Atlantis that sank beneath the sea. It is said to have been located in the Adriatic Sea. |
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Cyprus |
The archaeologist believes that Cyprus is the remains of Atlantis peninsula. |
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Rhode Island |
A researcher in Rhode Island believes that they may have found evidence of Atlantis. |
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Croatia |
Another researcher has suggested Croatia could be the location for Atlantis. |
43.2767 |
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Bermuda Triangle |
The Bermuda Triangle is a region in the western part of the North Atlantic Ocean where an unusually high number of ships and aircraft have disappeared under mysterious circumstances. |
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Minoan eruption |
The Minoan eruption was a catastrophic volcanic event that occurred on the island of Santorini around 1625 BC. |
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Roswell |
Roswell is a city in New Mexico that has been associated with various UFO sightings and conspiracy theories. |
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Mauritania |
The Richat Structure, also known as the Eye of Africa, lies in West Africa and is sometimes called the 'eye of Africa', because of its bizarre and unique shape that resembles an eye. It contains saltwater deposits based on satellite imaging, which might suggest the ocean once covered this region thousands of years ago when the layout of the continent looked vastly different. |
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Massachusetts |
The Lost City of Atlantis is rumored to have been located in the sea near Massachusetts. |
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Bay of Cadiz |
Plato's dialogues point to Atlantis being located here, as it was said to have been adjacent to the strait of Gibraltar. It is possible that this bay could be the remains of a sunken city from ancient times. |
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Strait of Gibraltar |
This strait was once believed to be the entrance point for Atlantis, as described by Plato in his dialogues. It is possible that remnants of an ancient civilization may lie beneath the surface here. |
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Cuba |
Adventurers, treasure hunters and scientists alike have searched for the lost city of Atlantis. The theories abound as to where it might be. |
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Southern Spain |
Still others believe it lies somewhere in the Mediterranean Sea. |
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Strait of Gibraltar |
According to Plato, Atlantis was located outside the Pillars of Hercules which many believe to be the rocks that mark the entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar. The problem is that ancient Greeks and Romans may have used the term ‘Pillars of Hercules’ to refer to several different places including the entrance to the Black Sea. |
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The Nile Delta |
In Robert Graves’ compendium The Greek Myths, the English writer argued that Atlantis had once stood off the western coast of the Nile Delta. Atlantis may have simply been the island of Pharos before Alexander the Great constructed a causeway to connect the island to mainland Egypt. |
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Atlantic Ocean |
Based on Plato's descriptions, many believe that Atlantis was located somewhere in the Atlantic Ocean. |
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Pacific Ocean |
Others speculate that it could be in the Pacific Ocean due to its many underwater volcanic islands. |
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Arctic Ocean |
Some believe that it could be in the Arctic Ocean due to its location and the fact that it's surrounded by water. |
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Stonehenge |
The prehistoric monument of Stonehenge, located in Wiltshire, England, is said to be a possible site of Atlantis due to its advanced architecture and alignments with the sun. Its construction has been dated back to around 3000 BC, which falls within the timeframe suggested by Plato for Atlantis's demise. |
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Pyramids of Egypt |
The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt are another possible site for Atlantis due to their advanced construction and engineering techniques. The pyramids were built around 2,600 BC and have been a source of fascination and mystery ever since. |
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Giza Necropolis |
The Giza Necropolis in Egypt is also considered a possible site for Atlantis due to its impressive tombs and pyramids. It was built around 3,200 BC and has been a source of fascination and mystery ever since. |
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31.047851 |
Mediterranean Sea |
The Mediterranean Sea is a large sea located in the middle of Europe, Asia, and Africa. It has been referred to as the cradle of civilization and was home to many ancient civilizations. The sea is known for its diverse marine life, including dolphins, whales, and turtles. The waters around the Mediterranean Sea have also been associated with various myths and legends, including Atlantis. |
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Morocco |
Morocco is a North African country located on the Atlantic coastline near Spain. It has a long history dating back to ancient times and was once part of Atlantis. The region was home to various civilizations, including the Berbers, Romans, and Arabs. Morocco is known for its diverse landscape and culture, with beautiful beaches, mountains, and deserts. |
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Atlantic Ocean |
The Atlantic Ocean is the second-largest ocean in the world and covers approximately 20% of Earth's surface area. It separates the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Antarctica from each other. The Atlantic Ocean has been linked to various myths and legends, including Atlantis. |
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The Canary Islands |
The Canary Islands are a group of islands located off the coast of northwest Africa and belong to Spain. There has been speculation that they could be a possible location for Atlantis due to their rich history, geography, and archaeological findings. |
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The Azores |
The Azores is an autonomous region of Portugal located in the Atlantic Ocean. The islands have been suggested as a possible location for Atlantis due to their geographical features and historical significance. |
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The Caribbean Islands |
The Caribbean Islands are a group of islands located in the Caribbean Sea and have been suggested as a possible location for Atlantis due to their rich history, geography, and archaeological findings. |
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The Bahamas |
The Bahamas are a group of islands located in the Atlantic Ocean and have been suggested as a possible location for Atlantis due to their rich history, geography, and archaeological findings. |
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Google Earth |
Used satellite imagery to create a 3D picture of the globe in which users can explore with just a few clicks of a button. |
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Atlantic Ocean |
Spans the globe capturing the highest of mountain ranges to the bottom of the ocean. |
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Africa |
Contains a mysterious formation at a depth of over 4500 meters under the ocean off the coast of Africa. |
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Santorini |
The Greek island of Santorini was the possible location of Atlantis, according to some historians. |
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Sardinia |
The Italian island of Sardinia was also a possible location for Atlantis. |
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Strait of Gibraltar |
This area is speculated to be the resting place of the sunken civilization of Atlantis. |
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Santorini |
Due to its proximity to Athens and its history of cataclysmic eruption during the Minoan period, Santorini is another location highly speculated to be Atlantis. |
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Tartessos |
Some people have suggested that Tartessos in Spain may be the location of Atlantis based on similarities between Plato's description and other ancient civilizations. |
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Canary Islands |
Some people have suggested that the Canary Islands may be the location of Atlantis based on similarities between Plato's description and other ancient civilizations. |
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Caribbean |
Some people have suggested that the Caribbean may be the location of Atlantis based on similarities between Plato's description and other ancient civilizations. |
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Mediterranean Sea |
Some people have suggested that the Mediterranean Sea may be the location of Atlantis based on similarities between Plato's description and other ancient civilizations. |
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South America |
Some people have suggested that South America may be the location of Atlantis based on similarities between Plato's description and other ancient civilizations. |
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West Africa |
The West African coast is a potential location for the lost city of Atlantis, as it lies on a fault line and was once above sea level. It is believed to be home to ancient civilizations such as the Dogon people who have oral traditions that speak of Atlantis. |
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Melos Island |
Located in the Aegean Sea near Greece, Melos is another potential location for Atlantis, as it was believed to be a naval power and home to the Minoans. The island also has evidence of ancient civilizations that predate modern times. |
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Cuba |
Cuba is another potential location for Atlantis due to its ancient civilizations and geographical features that resemble those mentioned in Plato's writings. |
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Richat Structure |
Bright Insight claims that the features of the Richat Structure, otherwise known as the Eye of the Sahara, perfectly match Plato’s description of Atlantis. |
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Gulf of Mexico |
One of the most popular theories for Atlantis' location is in the Gulf of Mexico. This theory claims that Plato was referring to the ancient city of Cahokia, which was located near St. Louis and covered over by water during a massive flood in 1350 CE. |
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Gulf of Alaska |
This theory claims that Plato was referring to the ancient city of Ys which sank beneath the sea during a tsunami in 1287 CE. |
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Cape Verde Islands |
This theory claims that Plato was referring to the ancient city of Helike which sank beneath the sea during an earthquake in 82 BC. |
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Bimini Islands |
This theory claims that Plato was referring to the ancient city of Thera which sank beneath the sea during a volcanic eruption in 1500 BC. |
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Cape Verde Islands |
This theory claims that Plato was referring to the ancient city of Carthage which was destroyed by Rome in 146 BC. |
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Gibraltar |
The location where Plato described Atlantis being located. |
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Jebel Musa |
One of the Pillars of Hercules which is a mountain in North Africa where Plato said Atlantis was located. |
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Spain |
The site is located in Spain's Doñana National Park. It was discovered by Merlin Burrows, a company based in North Yorkshire, England. |
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Antarctica |
The legendary society is often thought to be located in Antarctica as it was lost under the ocean. However, archaeologists have yet to find any evidence of this. |
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Bolivia |
Many people believe that Atlantis is located in Bolivia due to the large amount of ancient ruins that have been found. |
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Turkey |
Others believe that the legendary society is located in Turkey due to the many ancient ruins found. |
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Caribbean |
Some researchers believe that Atlantis is located in the Caribbean due to the large number of ancient ruins found. |
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Lost City |
The Lost City sits atop the Atlantis Massif and is characterized by a dense web of microscopic life that supports Poseidon, a pillar nearly 200 feet tall. |
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Bikini Atoll |
Bikini Atoll was the site of several nuclear weapons tests by the United States in the 1940s and '50s. |
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North Atlantic |
According to geologists, we may have found the lost city of Atlantis! Well, it’s just a possibility, but it’s still a big excitement for the archeological community! A company studying seismic activity in the North Atlantic Ocean conducted research on behalf of oil companies, using the technique of underwater acoustic imaging. The result was an area of great geological interest, with rivers, forests, and mountains, which could be the lost Atlantis! |
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Scotland |
The area is at a distance of about 10,000 sq. km. west of Orkney and Shetland islands and the researchers do not exclude that its large landmasses could have joined to the territories of today’s Scotland and extended even as far as Norway! |
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Santorini |
According to legend, Santorini was the island sunk by an earthquake and tsunami in the 2nd millennium BC. |
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Minoan Crete |
Professor Marinatos identified Atlantis with Minoan Crete. |
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The City of Atlantis |
Jimmy Corsetti of Bright Insight found the City of Atlantis and was just independently proven right. |
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Bimini Road |
Mysterious underwater structures near Bimini Island are thought to be the remains of Atlantis. |
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Lemurian Civilization |
According to legend, Lemuria was a lost civilization that existed in the Pacific Ocean millions of years ago. |
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The Azores |
A volcanic archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, located approximately 1,400 kilometers (870 miles) west of mainland Portugal. The islands are believed to be the remnants of a sunken continent known as Lemuria, which may have been home to Atlantis. |
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The Canary Islands |
A Spanish archipelago located off the coast of Africa, approximately 100 kilometers (62 miles) west of Morocco. The islands are believed to have been inhabited by a culture known as the Guanches, who may have had connections with Atlantis. |
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Sardinia |
This Italian island has been linked to the legendary civilization since ancient times, as it is known for its unique architecture and culture that date back thousands of years. Many believe that Plato's description of Atlantis could be a reference to Sardinia's geography, with its rich history and abundance of natural resources. The island has been inhabited by humans since prehistoric times, making it a potential candidate for the lost city. |
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Gibraltar |
This rocky promontory located at the southern tip of Spain is one of the most intriguing locations associated with Atlantis. The mythical island described by Plato lies just beyond the Strait of Gibraltar, which was once called the Pillars of Heracles in Greek mythology. According to legend, a giant named Hercules pushed the pillars apart using his great strength and created an opening for ships to pass through. |
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Cyprus |
This island in the eastern Mediterranean has long been associated with Atlantis, as it was once home to a powerful civilization that flourished thousands of years ago. Many scholars believe that Plato's description of the island could be referring to Cyprus due to its location and cultural significance. |
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Greece |
This country has been linked to the legendary civilization since ancient times due to its rich history and mythology. Plato's description of Atlantis could be a reference to Greece, as it was once home to a powerful empire that flourished thousands of years ago. |
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Vilcabamba |
In Peru, one can visit the former Inca capital city of Vilcabamba |
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Pompeii and Herculaneum |
In Italy, one can visit the formerly lost cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum which were buried under an ocean of volcanic ash |
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Yorkshire's Atlantis |
Lost coastal town in Yorkshire, England. |
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Ravenser Odd or Ravensrodd |
Lost coastal town in Yorkshire, England. |
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Antarctica |
The location where the sunken city of Atlantis is believed to be found by many historians and scientists. |
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Egypt |
Atlantis is also linked with the Egyptian culture through its architectural style and technology. |
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Bernie Bamford |
Chester, UK |
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Madeira Abyssal Plane |
Off the coast of Africa on Madeira Abyssal Plane |
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New York State University |
New York City |
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Ireland |
Researchers at an Irish university claim they have found proof that Ireland is the Lost City of Atlantis. |
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Newgrange |
The video claims that the neolithic tomb at Newgrange in the Boyne Valley is, in fact, the famed temple of Atlantis and one of the oldest temples on earth as a result. |
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Boyne Valley |
The researchers state that Atlantis Ireland was devastated by a huge tsunami triggered by a comet that hit earth over 11,000 years ago. |
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Atlantis |
The city of Atlantis was rumored to have existed in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, and many believed it was a utopian society that sank beneath the waves. Some believe that this may be true based on various pieces of evidence found throughout history. |
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Ancient Egypt |
The ancient civilization of Egypt has long been associated with the legendary island of Atlantis. Many believe that this was due to their advanced technology and their ability to build massive structures such as pyramids. |
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The Bermuda Triangle |
The mysterious disappearance of numerous ships and planes in the area known as the Bermuda Triangle has led some to believe that Atlantis may still exist somewhere beneath the waves. |
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Cadiz, Spain |
Scientists believe that the city of Atlantis was located in Cadiz due to a volcanic eruption on Santorini around 3600 years ago. |
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Santorini, Greece |
The Minoan civilization is believed to have been wiped out as a result of the volcanic eruption on Santorini 3600 years ago. |
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Greece |
Greece is a country located in southeastern Europe, with coastlines on the Mediterranean Sea and the Aegean Sea. It has been a center of civilization since ancient times, and its culture has had a significant impact on Western society. |
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Atlantis |
Atlantis is said to be an island located in the Mediterranean Sea, north of Africa. It was ruled by Poseidon and was home to advanced technology and engineering. |
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Poseidon's Palace |
The palace of Poseidon is said to be located in the middle of Atlantis, surrounded by rings of water and land. It was connected through tunnels that allowed ships to pass through. |
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Atlantis |
The legendary lost city of Atlantis was said to have been located in the Mediterranean Sea, near what is now the island of Santorini. It is thought to be associated with advanced technology and a highly developed civilization. |
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Gilgamesh |
The epic of Gilgamesh tells the story of a hero who ventures to find the secret of immortality and encounters various challenges along the way. It is thought that the legend of Atlantis may have been inspired by this ancient tale. |
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El Dorado |
The legend of El Dorado tells the story of a hidden city full of gold and riches that was said to be covered in gold dust. It is thought that Atlantis may have been inspired by this tale as well. |
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Rungholt |
The church is believed to be part of a site called 'Rungholt' located in the Wadden Sea. The town, which was previously thought to be a local legend, has not been seen since 1362 after it was submerged beneath the waves during an intense storm. |
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Wadden Sea |
The remains of a church from a sunken town known as the 'Atlantis of the North Sea' has been discovered beneath the mud on Germany's coast. |
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Etna |
Etna is an active volcano located on the island of Sicily. The eruptions of Etna have been recorded for over 2000 years, making it one of the most studied volcanoes in history. It is thought that some of the ancient legends surrounding Atlantis may originate from these eruptions. |
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Stromboli |
Stromboli is an active volcano located off the coast of Sicily. It has been erupting continuously for over 2,000 years and is one of the most active volcanoes in the world. Some believe that Stromboli was the inspiration behind Plato's description of Atlantis. |
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Lake Taupo |
Lake Taupo is a volcanic lake located in the North Island of New Zealand. It was formed during an eruption that occurred approximately 27,000 years ago and is one of the largest lakes in the world. Some believe that Lake Taupo may be related to Atlantis due to its association with volcanoes. |
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Richat Structure |
A geological formation in the Sahara desert that may be linked to Atlantis. |
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Eye of the Sahara |
A geological formation in the Sahara desert that may be linked to Atlantis. |
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Talatlanticus |
A possible location for Atlantis in the Atlantic Ocean. |
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Antarctica |
Home to the oldest fossil records in the world, Antarctica has long been seen as a potential location for Atlantis. The continent is also home to massive ice sheets that could have caused flooding if they were to melt suddenly. |
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North America |
One theory suggests that Atlantis could have been located in North America before it was covered by ice during the last Ice Age. |
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Rungholt |
A town that existed from 1362 until it sank, much like Atlantis. Found under the North Sea by researchers using magnetic techniques to locate its remains. |
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Atlantis |
A legendary sunken city from ancient times, known for its advanced culture and technology. |
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Atlantis |
According to legend, Atlantis was an advanced civilization that existed thousands of years ago, known for its great wealth and power. |
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Ancient Egypt |
One theory suggests that Atlantis was located in the Nile Delta region of ancient Egypt. |
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Greece |
Another theory suggests that Atlantis was located in Greece or the Aegean Sea area. |
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Rhode Island |
In 1939, a man named Charles H. Hapgood published a book called Earth's Shifting Crust where he proposed that the continents had once been joined together and moved apart over millions of years. |
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Bermuda Triangle |
The Bermuda triangle is an area in the Atlantic ocean that has seen numerous mysterious disappearances over the years. |
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The Azores Islands |
The Azores islands are a group of volcanic islands in the Atlantic ocean and have been rumored to be the site of Atlantis. |
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Nootka Seamount |
A submarine volcanic mountain off the coast of Hawaii where a brick road was spotted in April 2022. |
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Atlantis |
A fictional city from the Greek philosopher Plato's writings which is believed to be a metaphor for corruption. |
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Lemuria |
According to legend, Lemuria was a continent that once existed in the Indian Ocean, thriving just south of modern day Sri Lanka. However, modern-day understanding of plate tectonics shows that Lemuria as it is typically described could never have existed. |
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Atlantis |
The fictional island of Atlantis was introduced in Plato’s allegorical dialogues Timaeus and Critias. In the latter, Atlantis launches an attack on Athens, to which Athens responds with unprecedented force. Eventually, the gods turn their back on Atlantis, burning it to ashes and allowing the island to collapse in on itself from earthquakes. Atlantis sinks into the sea. |
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Lost City of Machu Picchu |
The lost city of Machu Picchu was one of many ancient cities built by the Inca people. Its location is thought to have been chosen because it was near a river, which supplied water for crops and provided a natural drainage system for waste. |
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Lost City of Troy |
The lost city of Troy has been the subject of many famous legends throughout history. It is said to be located somewhere in modern-day Turkey, but no one knows exactly where. |
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Thera |
The entrance leading to the vault laid among the Minoan Ruins on the island. |
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Minoan Ruins |
The entrance leading to the vault lay among the Minoan ruins on the island. |
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Greek Island |
The Gateway to the Lost City was an Isu vault located beneath the Greek island of Thera. |
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Peloponnesian War |
By the time of the Peloponnesian War, he'd figured it out and charged his daughter, the misthios Kassandra in securing the relics required. |
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Santorini |
An island located in Greece that was home to the Minoan civilization which was wiped out by a volcanic eruption before 1600 BCE. It is believed by some people that this could have inspired Plato's tale of a sinking island. |
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Santorini |
An island located in Greece that was home to the Minoan civilization which was wiped out by a volcanic eruption before 1600 BCE. It is believed by some people that this could have inspired Plato's tale of a sinking island. |
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25.678 |
Santorini |
An island located in Greece that was home to the Minoan civilization which was wiped out by a volcanic eruption before 1600 BCE. It is believed by some people that this could have inspired Plato's tale of a sinking island. |
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Earth |
Terra, The Blue Planet |
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Atlantis |
An ancient city said to have sunk beneath the ocean |
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The Bermuda Triangle |
Because of the mystery surrounding it, many have speculated that Atlantis could be located somewhere in or around this area. |
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The Azores |
Because of its similarities to the description given by Plato about Atlantis, many have speculated that it could be located somewhere in or around this area. |
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The Canary Islands |
Because of its proximity to the Strait of Gibraltar and its similarity in description to Atlantis, many have speculated that it could be located somewhere in or around this area. |
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The Bahamas |
According to some ancient legends, Atlantis was located in the Caribbean Sea and specifically The Bahamas. |
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Chorazin |
According to some historians, Chorazin was one of the seven cities that were destroyed by God because of their sins. It is believed that Atlantis may have been located here. |
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Greece |
According to some scholars, the lost city of Atlantis may have been located in Greece. There are numerous ancient ruins that could be associated with this legendary civilization. |
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The Canary Islands |
Some theories suggest that Atlantis may have been located in the Canary Islands due to their similarities with the island of Crete. |
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Lake Lanao |
According to some historians, Lake Lanao in the Philippines may have been home to Atlantis. |
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Rungholt |
This is the site believed to be part of a sunken town known as 'Atlantis of the North Sea' that was submerged beneath the waves during an intense storm in 1362. It has not been seen since then. However, new research has shown that it really did exist and that they had built reinforcements around the settlement to protect them from the severe elements. The remains of a church have been discovered beneath the mud on Germany's coast at Rungholt which is located in the Wadden Sea. |
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The town 'Atlantis of the North Sea' |
This is believed to be part of a sunken town known as 'Atlantis of the North Sea'. The site was previously thought to be a local legend, but new research has shown that it really did exist and that they had built reinforcements around the settlement to protect them from the severe elements. It was submerged beneath the waves during an intense storm in 1362. |
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Bahamas |
According to Plato, Atlantis was located in the Atlantic Ocean. It is believed that this lost city has been recreated in the Bahamas. |
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Nassau |
Nassau is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Bahamas. It's home to many luxury resorts, including Atlantis. |
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Paradise Island |
Atlantis is actually a resort on Paradise Island in the Caribbean. |
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Atlantis |
The legend of Atlantis is a fun topic—but one that is purely fictional. |
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Egypt |
According to Plato, Atlantis was located in the Atlantic Ocean between Europe and Africa. |
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Dunwich |
In an area surrounded by as much history as the Suffolk Coast, if somewhere wants to stand out it has to have a big story to tell, and Dunwich certainly has an unusual history. Dunwich, known as the lost city of England, has an amazing and interesting history. |
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Dunwich |
Dunwich was once a thriving medieval port, and shockingly, was on a par with London as the capital of the kingdom of East Anglia, with over 3,000 residents recorded as living there in 1086. |
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Dunwich |
Research has been completed with sonar devices to map out underwater streets and buildings of Dunwich’s past. |
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