1. Atlantis: Reasons for Existence
While in the Egyptian city of Sais, Solon received the story of Atlantis from priests. ... Plato translated Solon's stories and included them in two of his now famous works: "Timaeus" and "Critias". ... While translating the notes of Solon, Plato made an error. ... The first sight of Thera that modern tourists see are the sheer cliffs that remain. These cliffs are a breathtaking mix of white, black, and red stone - a unique sight in the Aegean world. ...
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- Grade Level: High School