Scientists may have discovered the lost kingdom of Atlantis off the Canary Islands' coast, where a submerged seamount named Mount Los Atlantes closely aligns with ancient descriptions. This seamount, featuring inactive volcanoes, could be the origin of the Atlantis legend described by Plato.
Researchers from Spain's Geological and Mining Institute (CSIC) conducted extensive surveys, revealing geological features that suggest a once-thriving island ecosystem. While still under investigation, this discovery offers intriguing insights into the Atlantis mystery.The lost kingdom of Atlantis, a subject of fascination and speculation for centuries, may have been discovered by scientists off the coast of the Canary Islands. This potential discovery centers around a large seamount, named Mount Los Atlantes, which features three inactive volcanoes.Researchers from Spain’s Geological and Mining Institute (CSIC) have been studying this submerged mountain, which they believe could be the origin of the Atlantis legend. The seamount was once part of a system of islands situated east of Lanzarote during the Eocene era, between 56 and 34 million years ago.Over time, these islands sank into the ocean, a process that continues today. Geologist Luis Somoza, the project coordinator, has noted that these underwater formations still maintain their ancient beaches, aligning with descriptions of Atlantis as an island that sank beneath the waves.