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Maps and Information About Atlantis

Atlantis is perhaps best known as the world's first intelligent civilization. Poseidon and his 10 sons (5 pairs of twins) turned Atlantis into a great civilization complete with the most modern of buildings and technologies. As the city progressed they later flourished as a major trading partner with the world. It is said that they taught the Greek and the Egyptians everything they know with regards to building and technology.

Original Ruler: Poseidon

Story of Origin: When the gods Zeus, Hades, and Poseidon divided the world between them, Poseidon was given the water and its domains as his own. This included a chain of three islands from Spain to Central America. The largest of these islands was by far the most beautiful island he had ever seen. All vegetation was fruitful and beautiful and the people of the island were attractive and intelligent. On this island he found a beatiful woman named Cleito and quickly took posession of her. She gave birth to 10 sons, the first of which was named Atlas. The island was named after him and surrounding ocean became known as the Atlantic.

Demise: Once Atlantis became a great city and spread its techonology worldwide it became greedy. The 10 kings (sons) were not content sharing with the world, they believed that everyone should now bow to them in tribute and thanks. The people of Atlantis sent out to conquer the world. Upon conquering other civilizations they became so bold as to try to conquer Greece. The Athenians fought hard but were thought to be defeated. Those from Atlantis set sail for home and saw the sky turn blood red. The entire world was upset with storms, quakes, floods, etc. Several days later the skies and waters calmed and Atlantis was completely destroyed.

Myths: Plato

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