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In most cases, the legendary city sank after an earthquake or possibly a volcanic event. In some cases this is blamed on gods, or science, or magic, or even aliens.
The lost city of Atlantis was referenced by Plato, from some unknown historical document. Some equate it with one or another actual ancient city, as several coastal and island settlements had been submerged after severe earthquakes.
In other references it is a mythical continent, on a smaller scale than Laurasia or Gondwanaland.
Plato said that:
"... there occurred portentous earthquakes and floods, and one grievous day and night befell them, when the whole body of your warriors was swallowed up by the earth, and the island of Atlantis in like manner was swallowed up by the sea and vanished."
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 6y agoAccording to Plato: " there occurred portentous earthquakes and floods, and one grievous day and night befell them, when the whole body of your warriors was swallowed up by the earth, and the island of Atlantis in like manner was swallowed up by the sea and vanished."
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Many people believe that the historical basis for the Atlantis myth was the Minoan Civilization on the island of Thera in the Mediterranean (now called Santorini).
The Minoan eruption is a key marker for the Bronze Age chronology of the Eastern Mediterranean world.
The Island exploded in a huge volcanic eruption that destroyed the Minoan civilization across the whole Mediterranean somewhere between 1627 BCE and 1600 BCE.
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∙ 6y agoMany people believe that the historical basis for the Atlantis myth was the Minoan civilization on the island of Thera in the Mediterranean (now called Santorini).
The Minoan eruption is a key marker for the Bronze Age chronology of the Eastern Mediterranean world.
The Island exploded in a huge volcanic eruption that destroyed the Minoan civilization across the whole Mediterranean somewhere between 1627 BCE and 1600 BCE.
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∙ 13y agoAccording to Plato, it sank beneath the ocean 11,000 to 12,000 years ago.
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∙ 10y agoIn Stargate Atlantis, the Ancients submerged the city as a tactic against the onslaught of the Wraith.
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Which city was the capital of long lost Atlantis?
it is at the bottom of pacific ocean BUT it is invisible
Where is the mega resort based on the lost city of Atlantis situated?
The mega resort based on the lost city of atlantis inis in which country?
The mega resort based on the Lost City of Atlantis is in?
one in Bahamas and another one in Dubai
Why is atlantis the lost city called atlantis?
In Plato's account, it is because Atlas - the first son of a set of five twin-kings, is ruler of Atlantis and the Atlantic sea; his mother is Kleito, and his father Poseidon.
Who was in charge of the lost city of Atlantis?
From comic books and what not it is Aquaman, although we all know he's not real
What life does a volcano support?
it supports your moms hunger and the people of the lost city of atlantis
What things do geologists believe destroyed the Lost City of Atlantis?
Most geologists do not believe in the existence of the Lost City of Atlantis, as there is no concrete evidence to support its existence. The story of Atlantis is considered a myth or allegory by many in the scientific community.
Which is the best Lego atlantis set?
Lost city of Atlantis
Which city was the capital of long lost Atlantis?
it is at the bottom of pacific ocean BUT it is invisible
Are they hiring any waitresses in atlantis?
atlantis is a lost city ddaaa
What is the Strait of Grabralter?
The lost city of Atlantis
What countries do yeast from?
the lost city of atlantis
How deep is lost city of Atlantis?
The lost city of Atlantis is a mythical island that was said to have sunk into the sea. Since its existence has never been proven, there is no definitive depth for the lost city of Atlantis.
How was the lost city of Atlantis made?
It was made of stone.
Does atlantis the lost city have a powerful crystel?
Yes.
What caused the lost city of Atlantis to sink?
The sinking of the lost city of Atlantis is a mythical story rather than a historical event. According to Plato's dialogues, Atlantis was punished by the gods for their arrogance and corruption, causing it to be submerged underwater. There is no scientific evidence to support the existence of Atlantis as a real city.
When was lost city of Atlantis lost?
There is no evidence that such a city ever existed, at least not by that name. It is considered a myth.
