Few legends have fascinated humanity as much as the story of Atlantis —a mighty civilization said to have flourished thousands of years ago before disappearing beneath the sea. From philosophers to explorers, scientists to storytellers, the tale of Atlantis continues to spark debates: Was it real history , a symbolic myth , or something in between? 📜 Origins of the Atlantis Story The first known reference to Atlantis comes from the Greek philosopher Plato in his dialogues Timaeus and Critias (around 360 BCE). Plato described Atlantis as: A vast island beyond the “Pillars of Hercules” (now known as the Strait of Gibraltar). Home to a powerful, technologically advanced civilization. A society that grew arrogant, tried to conquer other lands, and ultimately angered the gods. Destroyed in a single day and night of earthquakes and floods. For Plato, Atlantis may have been a moral lesson —a warning against greed, pride, and corruption. 🌊 The Mythical Allure of Atlant...