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The Times of India
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TOI World Desk

5 ancient cities that are now underwater and reveal how civilisations were lost to the sea

Since time immemorial, tales of cities which once existed but sank into the depths of the oceans have captivated people all over the world. Although tales of cities such as Atlantis still belong in the realm of legends, scientific evidence has shown that some actual cities do lie under the seas today. The underwater sites are not only intriguing but are also important time capsules of ancient civilisations.

These submerged cities also highlight how vulnerable human settlements have always been to environmental changes. They serve as powerful reminders of how rising waters and natural forces can reshape geography and alter the course of human history.

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