plato's atlantis
Plato's Atlantis refers to the mythological tale described by the Greek philosopher Plato, which recounts the existence of a powerful and advanced civilization called Atlantis. According to Plato's writings, Atlantis was an island located outside the Pillars of Hercules (thought to be the Strait of Gibraltar), which eventually sank in a catastrophic event due to its inhabitants' corruption and arrogance. Despite no supporting evidence, Plato's reference to Atlantis has fascinated scholars and stirred many discussions regarding its potential existence.
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