73K views · 2.1K reactions | Geomythology is the exploration of ancient myths and legends to gain insights into past geological events. These cultural stories often contain hidden clues about natural disasters like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. As this field has developed, it has become an important tool for geologists, offering a unique perspective on Earth's history. | The Randall Carlson | Facebook

Geomythology is now a recognized scientific discipline...the study of ancient myths, legends, and texts to uncover clues about real geological events. The classic example is Troy: when the academic world insisted Homer’s account was pure fiction, Heinrich Schliemann followed the mythic breadcrumbs and uncovered the actual city. Stories once dismissed as fantasy can hold records of earthquakes, floods, eruptions, and lost landscapes. Sometimes the oldest tales carry the truest memories of Earth’s