Atlantis is a wonderous mythical Earth island, thought to have existed in the past.
Upon discovering the Native American colony on the planet Amerind, James T. Kirk compared it to discovering Atlantis or Shangri-la. (TOS: "The Paradise Syndrome")
In 2364, William T. Riker in comparing the myths of Atlantis, Neinman and the planet Aldea, he described them both as as "self-contained, peaceful, with incredible technical sophistication which provided for every citizen's daily needs, allowing them to devote themselves to culture and art, which was beautiful beyond compare and valued beyond price." (TNG: "When the Bough Breaks")
- See Also: Atlantis project