The mythical city first written about by Plato has inspired many to dedicate their lives to trying to find it. However, it may have been hiding in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean all along. According to historians, the Canary Islands may have once been connected, forming a much larger piece of land, which may be the answer to Plato's description. Related articles Atlantis EXPOSED? Historians STUNNED by ‘man-made structures breach... Atlantis FOUND? Underwater formation discovered on Florida coast 'm... However, rising sea levels, combined with a huge earthquake saw it sink below the water, it was claimed in Amazon Prime’s “Proof That Left Historian’s Speechless” documentary. The 2018 series revealed the remains may still be hiding below the North Atlantic Sea, but the strong Gulf Stream makes it too dangerous to check. The narrator revealed: “Some of the Canary Islands as we know them were linked together 10,000 years ago. “Geological records show that from time-to-time large parts of these islands have collapsed into the sea, leaving debris. Could Atlantis be hiding in the Atlantic? (Image: GOOGLE/GETTY) Atlantis was first written about by Plato (Image: GETTY) Some of the Canary Islands as we know them were linked together 10,000 years ago Proof That Left Historians Speechless “Some archaeologists think that, as sea levels rose, the rock connecting the islands became saturated in water and unstable. “Finally, following a severe earthquake, it sank into the water and was pulled away by the current.” However, experts fail to agree on whether the Canary Islands match Plato’s description, due to the formation, conditions and location in deep waters. The legend of Atlantis originates from Plato’s “The Republic” – a story handed down by generations. The Canary islands could be part of Atlantis (Image: AMAZON) In the book, Athens repels an Atlantean attack unlike any other nation in the known world, giving testament to his concept of a state. The tale ends with Atlantis losing the favour of their deities and the city eventually sinks into the Atlantic Ocean. However, the majority of present-day philosophers agree the story is of a fictional nature, claiming it was entirely made up by Plato.All rights reserved for this news site express.co.uk and under his responsibility