The story of Atlantis is retold by Catalan author Jacint Verdaguer in L'Atlantida (1877). After the sinking of the former continent, Hercules travels east across the Atlantic to found the city of Barcelona and …

Nov 21, 2025 · Atlantis, a legendary island in the Atlantic Ocean, lying west of the Strait of Gibraltar. It was a rich island whose powerful princes conquered many of the lands of the Mediterranean until …

Jul 3, 2025 · When taken together, they present an interesting narrative of Atlantis that Plato claimed was the “complete truth.” According to Plato, the Athenian statesman and lawgiver Solon (c. 630-560 …

Apr 30, 2024 · Originating from Plato’s dialogues, the story of Atlantis has evolved from a philosophical allegory into a subject of serious archaeological and historical investigation — and contention.

Jan 21, 2017 · The lost city of Atlantis likely didn’t exist, but Plato’s fascinating island nation continues to spark questions. Here’s what to know.

Feb 4, 2025 · But was Atlantis a real place, or merely a philosophical allegory? This analysis explores the theories about Atlantis, examines evidence for and against its existence, and considers …

Apr 8, 2016 · Atlantis is a legendary city described by the Greek philosopher Plato (c. 429 – 347 BCE). Atlantis, a fabulously wealthy and advanced civilization, was swept into the sea and lost forever in a …

Oct 7, 2010 · Plato (c.424–328 B.C.) describes it as a powerful and advanced kingdom that sank, in a night and a day, into the ocean around 9,600 B.C. The ancient Greeks were divided as to whether …

Jul 20, 2025 · In the modern era, Atlantis has appeared in novels, comic books, cartoons, and even conspiracy theories about alien civilizations and underwater pyramids. But beneath the layers of …

Discover the mystery of Atlantis, from its origins in Plato's writings to the search for its real location. Explore theories, historical evidence, and the city's sudden destruction.