Mythology

Was the Minoan Civilisation the Real Atlantis?

Of all the theories connecting Atlantis with a real civilisation, the one which has by far the most academic support is the Minoan theory.

By Caleb Howells·October 7, 2026

Was the Real Atlantis in Morocco?

Numerous researchers since at least as early as the 19th century have suggested that Atlantis can be placed in Morocco.

By Caleb Howells·October 7, 2026

Was the Real Atlantis in the Atlantic Ocean?

Perhaps the most traditional and inherently logical theory in view of the traditional interpretation of Plato’s account of Atlantis is that it was a large landmass out in the Atlantic Ocean which has now sunk into the sea.

By Caleb Howells·October 7, 2026

Was the Real Atlantis in the Black Sea?

The Black Sea was a major body of water within the realm of ancient Greek geographical activity. Partially for this reason, some researchers have argued that Atlantis may be found in that vicinity.

By Caleb Howells·October 7, 2026

Were the Americas the Real Atlantis?

Among those who interpret Plato’s account of Atlantis as literally as possible, a popular theory is that Atlantis was actually a description of the Americas.

By Caleb Howells·October 7, 2026

When Did King Arthur Really Live?

Establishing when King Arthur was really supposed to have lived is vitally important to being able to understand him and the Arthurian legends as a whole.

By Caleb Howells·October 7, 2026

Where Was King Arthur’s Royal Court of Celliwig?

In the Arthurian legends of Welsh tradition, King Arthur’s main royal court is a location called Celliwig, in a region called Cernyw. Can we identify this location? Was it somewhere in Cornwall, as traditionally believed?

By Caleb Howells·October 7, 2026

Where Was the World-Encircling River Oceanus Believed to Have Been?

In ancient Greek mythology, Oceanus was a Titan who personified the world-encircling river. As a being, Oceanus is an interesting character, since he was a Titan that was not imprisoned by the Olympian gods after the Titanomachy.

By Caleb Howells·October 7, 2026

Where Were the Pillars of Heracles?

The Pillars of Heracles are frequently mentioned in ancient Greek mythology and even historical records. They were a geographical marker that had a mythological origin.

By Caleb Howells·October 7, 2026

Aetna Greek Mythology: The Story of A Mountain Nymph

By Ancient Literature·January 1, 2025

Alope: The Granddaughter of Poseidon Who Gave Her Own Baby

By Ancient Literature·January 1, 2025

Anticlea in The Odyssey: A Mother’s Soul

By Ancient Literature·January 1, 2025