Ep 1. Atlantis: New Revelations
- January 22, 2007
- 90 min
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6.8 (5)
Digging for the Truth season 3 episode 1 titled "Atlantis: New Revelations" explores the ongoing mystery of the lost city of Atlantis. Hosted by Josh Bernstein, the episode delves into the various theories surrounding the mythical city, attempting to uncover new evidence that could lead to its discovery.
Beginning with an overview of what is known about Atlantis, the episode examines the writings of the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, and the descriptions he provided of the city. From there, Bernstein visits several locations around the world where Atlantis seekers believe clues can be found.
One such location is the island of Santorini in Greece, believed to be the site of a massive volcanic eruption that may have contributed to the downfall of Atlantis. Here, Bernstein meets with geologist Dr. Floyd McCoy, who shares his research on the island's unique topography and geological history. He also interviews local archaeologist Christos Doumas, who discusses the significance of the Bronze Age settlement of Akrotiri on the island, and its potential links to the Atlantis story.
Next, the episode travels to the Caribbean island of Bimini, where some believe that a series of underwater formations known as the Bimini Road may be remnants of the lost city. Bernstein speaks with diver Greg Little, who has explored the road extensively, and shares his theories on its possible origins.
Moving on to Mexico, the episode looks at the work of archeologist Sergio Gomez, who led an excavation at the ancient city of Teotihuacan. Here, a series of tunnels were discovered beneath the Temple of the Feathered Serpent, leading to speculation that they were part of an underground labyrinth similar to the one described in the Atlantis story.
Finally, the episode concludes with a visit to the Swedish island of Gotland, where Bernstein meets with geologist Ulf Erlingsson. Erlingsson has proposed a theory that suggests that the Atlantis story may be a retelling of the destruction of the island of Thera, and that the city's true location may be found in the Baltic Sea.
Throughout the episode, Bernstein speaks with numerous experts in a variety of fields, including archaeology, geology, and mythology, in an attempt to piece together the truth about Atlantis. While no definitive answers are found, "Atlantis: New Revelations" offers a fascinating look at the ongoing search for one of the greatest mysteries of all time.