Ep 5. Atlantis
- December 22, 2011
The Truth Behind is an investigative, documentary-style show that delves into some of the world's most perplexing and controversial mysteries. In season 1, episode 5, titled "Atlantis," the show looks at the legend of the lost city of Atlantis.
The episode begins by exploring the origin of the Atlantis myth, tracing it back to the writings of the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. According to Plato's accounts, Atlantis was a powerful and advanced city that sank beneath the sea as punishment for its hubris and corruption. However, skeptics argue that Atlantis is simply a fable, and that there is no historical or archaeological evidence to support its existence.
Despite the lack of hard evidence, the show investigates several possible locations for the lost city. They examine the Azores, a group of islands in the mid-Atlantic that some believe could be the remnants of Atlantis. The team also looks at the underwater ruins of ancient cities in the Mediterranean, such as Thonis-Heracleion and Pavlopetri, to see if they could be related to the Atlantis legend.
The show also interviews experts in a variety of fields to get their take on the Atlantis myth. Oceanographers discuss the feasibility of a city sinking beneath the sea, while archaeologists weigh in on the lack of solid evidence for Atlantis. Historians provide context for the time period in which Plato wrote about Atlantis, and offer theories on why he might have created the story.
One of the more intriguing portions of the episode explores the possibility that Atlantis was not a physical city at all, but rather an allegory or metaphor for something else. The show looks at various interpretations of the Atlantis myth, including the idea that it represents a warning against overreaching and arrogance.
Overall, "Atlantis" is a thought-provoking episode that raises more questions than answers. While the search for Atlantis may never yield concrete proof of its existence, the show provides plenty of fascinating insights and theories to keep viewers engaged.
