- Conspiracy Theory – Atlantis was sunk by natural disaster:
Fact: No, it is not true
Conspiracy theorists have proposed that Atlantis, a mythical continent, was destroyed by a cataclysmic natural disaster. They theorize that this large landmass may have been wiped out by a massive flood or tsunami around the end of the last Ice Age. The inhabitants of this island are said to have dispersed to various parts of the world for survival. While this theory might sound plausible to some, there is currently no scientific or archaeological evidence to substantiate it.
- Conspiracy Theory – Atlantis is present in the eyes of Sahara:
Fact: No, it is not true
It’s remarkable how far the imagination of conspiracy theorists can stretch. Often, in their quest for attention, they concoct truly bizarre theories. A significant number of conspiracies regarding the location of the lost city of Atlantis have centered around Egypt. One such theory claims that Atlantis is located within the Richat Structure, also known as the Eye of the Sahara, a prominent geological feature in Mauritania. If the lost city were indeed located within this geological formation, it would be a significant and potentially visible structure. The fact that archaeologists have found no evidence of such a city within the Eye of the Sahara effectively debunks this theory.
- Conspiracy Theory – Atlantis was engulfed by Bermuda triangle:
Fact: No, it wasn’t
This theory appears to be a pure fabrication, lacking any credible claims to support it. While the disappearance of Atlantis remains a mystery, linking it to the enigmatic Bermuda Triangle is speculative at best. The Bermuda Triangle itself is shrouded in numerous conspiracy theories regarding unexplained disappearances. It seems that some conspiracies tend to build upon others, as conspiracy theorists often excel at creating such intricate and surprising connections. The idea that Atlantis was swallowed by the Bermuda Triangle is another layer of mystery added to an already mysterious topic. However, given the absence of proof for Atlantis’s existence or its connection to the Bermuda Triangle, this theory is generally dismissed.
- Conspiracy Theory – Atlantis is beneath the waters of Japan:
Fact: No, it is not true
Following the discovery of unusual underwater structures off the coast of Japan, some conspiracy theorists proposed that Atlantis was located in Asia. These submerged formations led to speculation that they were remnants of the mythical city or possibly even structures created by extraterrestrial beings. While these underwater formations are intriguing and their origin is still debated among archaeologists and geologists, there is no scientific evidence to definitively link them to the legendary Atlantis. The interpretation of these structures as part of Atlantis remains within the realm of speculation and conspiracy theory.
The enduring mystery of Atlantis continues to inspire numerous theories, with conspiracy theorists suggesting its location in virtually every corner of the globe. As long as the truth behind Atlantis remains elusive, it is likely that even more imaginative and unconventional theories will emerge, captivating public interest and demonstrating the boundless creativity of conspiracy theorists.
The short answer is that it’s a fantasy world. The long answer could be a combination of altitude and thermohaline circulation (ocean currents that transport water of different temperatures, thereby warming certain land masses while cooling others). For example, Montreal and Paris are at roughly the same latitude, but one has a much colder climate than the other. This is due to the Gulf Stream & North Atlantic drift that move warm water towards western Europe, thereby keeping it much warmer than the North American east coast, even though both are at similar latitudes.
I grew up in New Jersey and my grandparents were regulars at Atlantic City. When they died, we went through their old stuff and found a ledger which described how much they won and lost there over the years. We did the math and it turns out had they not gambled there over the years they would have been able to pay for the college tuition of all four of their grandkids. That right there told me all I needed to know about gambling.
I thought it was a really cool idea too. It started up the bay about 4 miles north and has
been traveling for 5 days. It seems like the big incoming tides recently have it floating up
the Patuxent River. Hopefully it makes its way back out to the bay and maybe even into
the Atlantic!
There are several conspiracy theories that correlate to this belief. They range from a
Biblical corollary (Adam & Eve in the garden of Eden was the first, followed by the
world where Atlantis existed, etc.) to an alien reptilian species that lives off of our life
source by imprisoning us using mind control, religion, and war.
At the very least, our cultures and religions have echoed this mythology multiple times in
various places.