Atlantis - The Search for the Lost Continent Continues
Episode 25 revisits the timeless mystery of Atlantis, as described by Plato. Was it a real civilization lost to the sea, a memory of ancient catastrophe, or a moral allegory? From Santorini to the Caribbean, from underwater ruins to philosophical metaphor, the search for Atlantis continues—driven by both science and the human spirit’s enduring thirst for the unknown.
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Thule - The Lost Civilization of Ancient Greece
Delves into the ancient Greek concept of Thule, a distant northern land described by explorer Pytheas in the 4th century BCE. Often dismissed by his contemporaries, Pytheas’s account suggests a real journey into the Arctic world. Was Thule a real civilization, a poetic metaphor, or both? This episode explores geographic theories, cultural myths, and the symbolic power of Thule as the edge of the known world—where ancient knowledge, mystery, and possibility converge.
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Shambhala - The Hidden Kingdom of Tibetan Buddhism
Explores the legend of Shambhala, a hidden kingdom in Tibetan Buddhist mythology. Described as a paradise of wisdom and enlightenment, Shambhala exists both as a physical place and a spiritual ideal. Through ancient texts, prophetic visions, and modern interpretations, this episode uncovers how Shambhala represents humanity’s deepest longing for peace, harmony, and awakening. While it may never be found on a map, the journey to Shambhala is a journey within.
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Tír na nÓg - The Land of Eternal Youth in Celtic Mythology
Aztlan, the mythical homeland of the Aztecs, described as a paradisiacal island of origin from which the Mexica people began their sacred migration to the Valley of Mexico. We examine historical accounts, cultural symbolism, scholarly debates, and modern reinterpretations of Aztlan as both a real and mythic place. Though its precise location remains unknown, Aztlan continues to inspire as a powerful emblem of identity, heritage, and the journey from myth to empire.
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Aztlan – The Legendary Homeland of the Aztecs
Aztlan, the mythical homeland of the Aztecs, described as a paradisiacal island of origin from which the Mexica people began their sacred migration to the Valley of Mexico. We examine historical accounts, cultural symbolism, scholarly debates, and modern reinterpretations of Aztlan as both a real and mythic place. Though its precise location remains unknown, Aztlan continues to inspire as a powerful emblem of identity, heritage, and the journey from myth to empire.
About Ancient Civilizations: Lost Worlds of the Past
The provided framework outlines a podcast series titled ”Ancient Civilizations: Lost Worlds of the Past” . Each episode explores a different civilization, such as Atlantis, Lemuria, Mu, and others, delving into their mythological, historical, and archaeological aspects. The series aims to unravel the mysteries surrounding these lost civilizations, discussing their cultural significance, speculated locations, and the enduring fascination they hold in popular imagination.
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