Atlantis: The Lost Continent - Did it really exist?
I believe Atlantis did exist and just because we can't agree on its location doesn't change that.
Did Atlantis really exist? and if so, where?
Was Atlantis Real?
Did Atlantis really exist? If so, where?
The lost continent of Atlantis has intrigued many generations of researchers. This Naked Science show aims to examine the evidence and determine whether or not Atlantis was real. Available to download on FirstScience.tv. Download in full from: http://firstscience.tv/atlantis.htm
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The Great Debate
Was Atlantis real or is it a myth?
Fetching blurbs now... please stand byIt did exist!
Kimsworld says:
Why not? Just because you can't see it, doesn't mean it's not there.
Posted October 13, 2009
mrcdsm says:
@SMART you are very close minded and that is not a very respectful way to talk about something like this. not everyone believes in god, so deal with it. those comments should be left to yourself. it did exist and i think all the hard work put into it will pay off.
Posted September 30, 2009
kitty222 says:
I think it is entirely possible that a large, Atlantis-like island did exist in the middle of the Atlantic ocean at one time. Earth's surface has changed so much over the millions of years it has existed, who can say for certain?
Posted September 11, 2009
SMART says:
It did exist you dick wads but it wasnt due to an volcanic eruption bullshit it was due to GOD wanting to get rid of pagans and cleaning the earth from sinners.....it was the great flood!! thats where NOAH's ARK comes in!
Posted August 28, 2009
Briana says:
anything could be true and some people really do have powers wich they had to get from where and that place could be the ocean because it is under ground but im still not to sure
Posted August 22, 2009
brandi says:
it is real i have seen many pics of it all over the internet and if your tiny brain cant comprehend,thats too bad
Posted July 19, 2009
juan de la vega says:
yes, see www.atlantisbolivia.org
Posted July 08, 2009
Helando says:
Atlantis does exist
Posted July 03, 2009
No way! It's just a myth.
hehe..not telling says:
i have to do this for hw and no way would it exist,
Posted October 01, 2009
link says:
they say that the bascos were of atlantis
Posted June 14, 2009
Brittannah says:
you wish jellyfish!
Posted May 25, 2009
Jesus says:
bullshit..
Posted May 04, 2009
dosen't matter says:
why not dig up the areas.if was so long ago wouldn't it be buried under thousands of years of sand and dead sea life. os until someone comes up with the money to do so i think the topic should be silanced until real hardcore proof is shown to the world.but the only edvidace dumbasses have is by some guy long ago who probally was an orical and those people sat in a cave with a lot of chemicals that made them see crap and if the whole theory of atlatis is based on that you might aswell go in a cave with those chemicals and see what you come up with.
Posted April 08, 2009
sergay says:
it is a myth
Posted March 27, 2009
donpizarro says:
where are the building structures?artifacts?true location?many of these questions remain unanswered.i believe in the civilization of atlantians but not of human decent.the technology used then is of the 20th century, aircrafts? that long ago ......then why the ancient carvings of ufo like aircrafts.
Posted March 08, 2009
freedomgeek says:
We can scientifically prove that their was not a Continent that used to be around recently then sank into the ocean. I suppose it is possible that a city (or an altaran city ship...) with a name like that existed in history but defiantly not a Continent. Also do you realize that the burden of proof is upon you so even if we did not have much evidence you would still be responsible for providing evidence?
Posted March 18, 2008
Ancient Mysteries
Atlantis Documentary
Ancient Mysteries - Atlantis: The Lost Civilization
Amazon Price: $15.99 (as of 11/11/2009)
This is a great overview documentary that goes into what Plato described Atlantis to be, and the many theories as to its whereabouts. Seeing for yourself the beautiful underwater findings that have led to Atlantis theories is quite an extraordinary experience.
About Atlantis
Atlantis (in Greek, , "island of Atlas") is a legendary island first mentioned in Plato's dialogues Timaeus and Critias.
In Plato's account, Atlantis was a naval power lying "in front of the Pillars of Hercules" that conquered many parts of Western Europe and Africa 9,000 years before the time of Solon, or approximately 9600 BC. After a failed attempt to invade Athens, Atlantis sank into the ocean "in a single day and night of misfortune".
Scholars dispute whether and how much Plato's story or account was inspired by older traditions. Some scholars argue Plato drew upon memories of past events such as the Thera eruption or the Trojan War, while others insist that he took inspiration from contemporary events like the destruction of Helike in 373 BCPlato's Timaeus is usually dated 360 BC; it was followed by his Critias. or the failed Athenian invasion of Sicily in 415?413 BC.
The possible existence of a genuine Atlantis was discussed throughout classical antiquity, but it was usually rejected and occasionally parodied by later authors. As Alan Cameron states: "It is only in modern times that people have taken the Atlantis story seriously; no one did so in antiquity".Alan Cameron, Greek Mythography in the Roman World, Oxford University Press (2004) p. 124 While little known during the Middle Ages, the story of Atlantis was rediscovered by Humanists in the Early Modern period. Plato's description inspired the utopian works of several Renaissance writers, like Francis Bacon's "New Atlantis". Atlantis inspires today's literature, from science fiction to comic books to films, its name having become a byword for any and all supposed advanced prehistoric lost civilizations.
Online Discussions of Atlantis
Debating Atlantis
Great Books about Atlantis
Atlantis Resources
Atlantis: Insights from a Lost Civilization
Amazon Price: $12.78 (as of 11/11/2009)
Survivors of Atlantis: Their Impact on World Culture
Amazon Price: $10.88 (as of 11/11/2009)
The Destruction of Atlantis: Compelling Evidence of the Sudden Fall of the Legendary Civilization
Amazon Price: $12.24 (as of 11/11/2009)
Atlantis, the Antediluvian World
Amazon Price: $11.66 (as of 11/11/2009)
Unearthing Atlantis:: An Archaeological Odyssey to the Fabled Lost Civilization
Amazon Price: $7.99 (as of 11/11/2009)
Proof That Atlantis Was Real
If you agree Atlantis was real, add links (proof!) that help me make the case
Links pointing to Atlantis as a real:
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Atlantis - Above the Waves
A peaceful island in the forgotten past with a high civilization - perhaps in the middle of the ocean...1 point
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Discovery of Atlantis Website
Discovery of Atlantis the book Explores Startling Case for the Island of Cyprus thoroughly Atlantis original theory Provides a body of evidence depict...1 point
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Mythphile » Blog Archive » Atlantis: The Myth and the Legend
Tracing Atlantis from Plato to modern archaeology.1 point
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MaltaDiscovery.org
Archaeological finds that support the existence and location of Atlantis.1 point
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World Mysteries - Mystic Places - Atlantis
World Mysteries - Mystic Places, Atlantis. Explore few most popular speculations about this lost continent.0 points
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It Swallowed a Civilization - New York Times
Recent article recapping latest findings on Thera.0 points
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Thera Foundation
Archeology, volcanology, history of Thera.0 points
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The Lost Continent of Atlantis | Nomadic Nation
The Lost Continent of Atlantis is explored from Plato's Atlantis story to the legend of Atlantis today.0 points
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Blavatsky on Atlantis | All Considering
Considering life, spiritual growth and more ponderings0 points
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Peruvian History Information
All the latest information about Peruvian History is brought to you in English by the Peruvian Times, one of the oldest English language newspapers in...0 points
Do you believe?
The History of Atlantis
The History of Atlantis
Amazon Price: $13.95 (as of 11/11/2009)
A renowned scholar of the Atlantis myth, Lewis Spence wrote five books on the fabled land, and this is considered by many to be his best work. Replete with the magic and romance of that fantastical lost land, this replica of the first 1926 edition includes all of the original maps, photos, charts, and illustrations, and discusses: the differences between Atlantean and other histories; why Plato's narrative of the realm was not allegorical; the numerous historical references to and proofs of the reality of Atlantis; the geography of Atlantis; the inhabitants of and early human society in Atlantis; the kings of Atlantis; corroboration of the existence of the realm in British literature.
Proof for Atlantis as a Myth
Just a Myth? Put your money where your mouth is and show us why.
Post links that point out why you think Atlantis is just a myth.
Atlantis: the Myth
The story of the Isle of Atlantis first occurs in Plato's two dialogues the 'Timaeus' and the 'Critias.' Plato's story centers on Solon...0 points
The Atlantis Myth
In the final analysis, people themselves can be claimed to have created the myth of Atlantis on the basis of Plato%u2019s credibility...0 points
Myth of Atlantis all took place in Plato's mind
The story of the lost city of Atlantis has fascinated academics and romantics for thousands of years. But despite the legend one leading expert has fi...0 points
So then, where was Atlantis?
- Japan's Underwater Ruins?
- In 1995 there was a discovery of underwater streets, altar-like formations, and broad plazas in 20 to 100 feet of water off the coast of Okinawa.
- Antarctica?
- The riddle of the ancient Antarctic maps: detailed maps before man had officially "discovered" it.
- Andes Mountains? Bolivia?
- Discovery of site of Atlantis by lake Poopo at Pampa Aullagas on the Bolivian Altiplano
- In the middle of the Atlantic?
- Argues that findings point to Atlantis as a large continent that was located on the Atlantic Ocean.
- Indonesia and the Malay Peninsula?
- Could Atlantis have been in Indonesia and the Malay Peninsula?
- In the Indian Ocean?
- This site presents a new theory on Atlantis by a Brazilian scientist, Prof. Arysio Santos, which he discovered in the Indian Ocean. It presents a series of articles, periodically renewed.
- The Bahamas?
- Bimini Road in the Bahamas, predicted road to Atlantis, by Edgar Cayce...
- In the Mediterranean?
- The purpose of the foundation is to promote the study of archaeology, geology, art history and other cultural events as they pertain to Greece and Santorini in the context of the Mediterranean.
Where do YOU think the lost continent of Atlantis is?
Atlantis Documentaries on DVD
Atlantis Guestbook
tokarski21 wrote
There actually is enough real scientific information about the ancient world available to us to solve the mystery of Atlantis - so that's what I've done in this 8 minute video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cvT44vbkhA
Posted September 12, 2009
kitty222 wrote...
Excellent...I think it's likely that Plato's vision was based on older stories of a "Lost Land", which in turn were based on a genuine cataclysmic event. The details don't have to be one hundred percent accurate; but maybe there was really a large island out in the Atlantic that got sank by a massive earthquake in 9600 B.C.
Posted September 11, 2009
Treasures-By-Brenda wrote...
I'm not sure and you've made me wonder what my teenagers think. I'll have to remember to ask them. Nicely done lens; blessed by a brand-new SquidAngel!
Brenda
Posted April 07, 2009
Crystal_Booth wrote...
Atlantis has always interested me. I'm not sure if it existed, but I love reading and hearing about it. Fantastic lens! Blessings :)
Posted April 04, 2009
Pramod wrote
If Atlantis were in fact not a metaphorical city of Plato, why is that after Plato, only Donnelly came forward with his idea, a whopping 2000 years later. For us, Humans, anything unexplained, like the aliens, atlantis, life on Mars, is exciting. Although some of them turn out to be true eventually, not all have to necessarily be true.
My gut says atlantis was Mr. Plato's imagination. and we are all now stuck to his fantasies.
Posted March 01, 2009
SolarFeline wrote...
Great lens! Have always had an interest in Atlantis. Great list of books to reference. Have read some and will definitely read the others. Kudos!
Posted February 06, 2009
Chinesefood4free wrote
I beleive... that God selected Atlantis to go as the dinosaurs went. I beleive that man has reached some remarkable levels in the short time we have been here, and what it must have been like the first 3,000 years. I beleive God made the Earth that we need to be aware of, 10,000 years ago and anything before this is not our concern. What about in btween The early Chinese, Egyptians and us ?
Posted December 11, 2008
annoymous wrote
Very cool website! Are you aware of the new book, Of Atlantis by Lanaia Lee? This is a great book about the Kingdom of Atlantis before the destruction and the main characters have eternal life and turn up throughout history to play big roles in stuff like The Mayan Doomsday Prophecy and even the Third Reich. Check it out at her website: www.lanaiaslair.com
Posted November 07, 2008
David wrote
Everything about Atlantis doesn't have to be true for it to have existed. I believe Atlantis was an island, not a continent, that existed somewhere in the Aegean Sea, and was destroyed by volcano-earthquake-tsunami combination.
Posted August 17, 2008
Squidoophile wrote...
I am a big fan of this topic, and your ideas are very good, and very attractive lens.
try to see my debate on are there any extraterrestrial life.
thanks.
Posted July 30, 2008
bluejewels42 wrote...
Wow!! I am just at a loss for words, but I will give it a honest try... Very imformative, once I started reading it was hard to stop, but I will difinately be back tomarrow for more information.
Very Enlightening.
Posted March 25, 2008
poddys wrote...
Great lens for an ancient history buff like me.
I believe Atlantis dates far back beyond the Greek civilisation, to the dawn of man, before the great flood, the age of the Gods.
Did the Gods arrive on earth from another planet and create mankind? It explains a lot, and there is plenty of evidence if you open your mind. I have a lens on Zecharia Sitchin, author of The Earth Chronicles which you might find interesting.
Posted March 11, 2008
Greekgeek wrote...
Great lens! Sorry about holding forth, but it's been a scholarly hobby/focus of mine since the early 80s. :)
Posted March 08, 2008
EelKat wrote...
great lens! for some reason I've alway thought of Atlantis as being In the Mediterranean somewhere near France. No idea how I got that idea in my head.
Posted February 26, 2008
kidgrifter wrote...
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Posted February 14, 2008
Susan52 wrote...
I still haven't made up my mind, but you certainly present a lot of great information here. Outstanding job!
Posted February 12, 2008
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