Atlantis (theories)

Atlantis is a legendary island first mentioned by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato around 360 B.C. He described it as a powerful and advanced civilization that ultimately sank into the ocean due to catastrophic events. Theories about Atlantis range from it being a real place, possibly inspired by the Minoan civilization on Crete, to it being purely a myth or allegory about hubris and moral decline. Many explore archaeological, geological, and historical evidence, but no definitive proof of Atlantis has been found, making it a topic of fascination and speculation in both popular culture and academic research.