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    Atlantis Allegory

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    Plato’s Atlantis: An Allegory or a Lost Continent? The lost civilization of Atlantis is a mystery that has captivated people for centuries. More recently, it has become an increasingly popular subject for books and movies, showing that despite how long ago it is said to have existed, its allure has not diminished. It appears that people are very intrigued by the possibility of the existence of this, ancient, highly advanced society that is said to have disappeared, quite literally, overnight. It seems, however, that Atlantis never existed at all, except in the mind of Greek philosopher Plato, who wrote the first and only account of the civilization in his political dialogues Timaeus and Critias. The city of Atlantis was an allegory invented…

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    Does Atlantis Exist?

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    My next evidence that Atlantis Exist is that most nations of all time, believed in the existence of a Central Paradise where Man originated and developed the first civilization ever. This story is also told in the Bible and in Hindu Holy Books such as the Rig Veda, the Puranas and many others. I believe this paradise is Atlantis because it has yet to be discovered and can be the reason why it is so advance today. Scientists today wonder how many great civilizations in the past use similar…

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    Plato's story of Atlantis is one that has been discussed and theorized for centuries, causing many to wonder if he was being metaphorical or whether or not there really was a advanced civilization that sunk to the bottom of the sea. Throughout the advancements of technology people have been scanning the ocean for the lost city and despite the fact that the ocean is a deep dark and still vastly mysterious place to this day, scientists say that there is no way they could have missed what Plato…

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    The Lost City of Atlantis is one of the biggest mysteries that has not been solved. After thousands of years, Plato’s Atlantis still captures the attention and speculations of many; including children, adults, archaeologists, and historians. Some claim that they have found Atlantis while others believe that the city is just a myth. The only reliable information that historians have about Atlantis is Plato’s Timaeus and Criterias. According to the Greek philosopher, Atlantis was a very wealthy…

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    Atlantis: The Lost Empire

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    Atlantis: The Lost Empire is a film made by Disney in 2001, and it shows the journey of Milo Thatch, a cartographer, linguist and an expert in almost all things Atlantean. He, with a group of mismatched peers, including a expert in engines, and one in demolition, a geologist and a medical officer, set off to find the ruins of Atlantis, a country that to be only a legend since it was swept away by a flood, and they are going to prove it really once existed. Most of the group, unbeknownst to Milo,…

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    Weekend Getaways Essay

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    Weekend getaways around Chennai 1.Mahabalipuram It is one of the World Heritage Site with ancient archaeological wonders, also known as “Mahabs”. This town has a rich history during Pallava’s century and served as a a bustling seaport.this place has been named the demon king Mahabali who was renowned for his generosity.One can capture the picturesque scenic surroundings of its historical monuments, sculptures , culture and tradition. The striking feature is the beautiful Shore Temple…

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    Guests at Atlantis, The Palm resort can celebrate life under the sea in their enchanting Beyond the Sea village. The village will host a number of children’s activities throughout summer in Poseidon’s court – which is located in front of the Ambassador Lagoon. Home to over 65 000 marine animals, Ambassador Lagoon is the perfect spot to host Beyond the Sea and its many activities, some of which will include: Sand Art, Atlantis Sea Pals, Games, and Colour-a-tee. What’s more, for those who…

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    Lost City Of Atlantis

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    The Lost City of Atlantis The Lost City of Atlantis? Was it really there or was it all a myth? There are many scientists, archaeologists, geologists and other professionals that got interested in this mystery. Therefore, they started a series of investigations and researches to find out whether it was a true story or just a fantasy. Hence there are so many theories nowadays which differ from each other. Charles Orser, curator of history at the New York State Museum in Albany, says “Pick a spot…

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    boundaries. Bold designs can be created that people connect to in different ways. The Atlantis Table is just one of the works designed by Christopher Duffy that is fresh, fun, and full of life. Not only that, it exhibits the functionality and realness behind design that requires more technical than creative skills to produce a work that both has an ability to function practically, but also gives that “wow” factor that can allow you to be somewhere else entirely, when actually you are just…

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    Atlantis Research Paper

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    The lost city of Atlantis has been a myth for many centuries, and some researchers even believe that they have found evidence to prove its existence. The lost city of Atlantis is a real event that happened around 635 B.C. The city of Atlantis was found by the greek god Poseidon. Atlantis is believed to be larger than Libya and Asia minor put together. The city was very wealthy and everybody that lived there was happy. Until the gods got upset with the atlanteans, and created an earthquake,…

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