Lemuria (/ l ɪ ˈ m jʊər i ə /), or Limuria, was a continent proposed in 1864 by zoologist Philip Sclater, theorized to have sunk beneath the Indian Ocean, later appropriated by occultists in supposed accounts of human origins.

May 14, 2023 · A mythic lost continent that supposedly sank to the bottom of the Indian Ocean, Lemuria was posited as the birthplace of humankind by 19th-century occultists. Not only is it more interesting than Atlantis — it may have actually been real.

Jan 19, 2024 · Lemuria is not the only ingredient of the otherworldly cocktail that keeps drawing people toward Mount Shasta, but it is by no means the least. Visitors to the area occasionally report seeing ...

Aug 30, 2022 · One of the strangest theories by far was the existence of Lemuria, a hidden continent that sank deep beneath the Indian Ocean. The long-lost continent was supposedly home to an extinct species of giant-sized humanoids with four arms.

Jun 7, 2024 · Lemuria was a hypothetical lost continent in the Indian Ocean proposed by British zoologist Philip Sclater in the 19th century. The concept of Lemuria evolved from a scientific theory to a belief held by occultists, theosophists and proponents of new-age spirituality.

Jan 11, 2025 · Lemuria, often referred to as a lost continent, is a mythical land that has captured the imagination of many throughout history. The term ‘Lemuria’ was first coined in the 19th century, and it refers to a supposed landmass that once existed in the Indian Ocean, connecting Madagascar and the Indian subcontinent.

May 22, 2023 · Was Lemuria the cradle of humanity? This is the real story of the legend that has perplexed humanity for centuries.

Nov 27, 2016 · Lemuria is a mythological lost continent located in the Indian or Pacific Ocean. The name is sometimes used interchangeably with the name of another lost continent called Mu. Lemuria is said to share many of its attributes with a more well-known sunken landmass, Atlantis.

Mar 2, 2025 · Lemuria was a vast continent that existed in the Pacific Ocean, inhabited by an advanced and spiritually developed civilization. It significantly influenced human evolution and left a legacy that endures to this day. In this article, we explore what Lemuria was, its origins, evolution, and impact on human history. Table of Contents. What Was ...

Nov 4, 2023 · That year, geologists discovered evidence of a lost continent, precisely where Lemuria was said to exist, and ghosts of these old theories came back to life. But how true is Lemuria, and what do scientists say about it?