Scuba diving is one of the most interesting adventure sport. Stories of underwater breathing date back all the way to 500 BC. When we talk about the history of Scuba diving, it is said that a Greek soldier Scylla once dived underwater and used a hollow reed to breathe for hours. Also, the great Philosopher Aristotle once reported that Alexander the Great found a way to hide underwater by using a barrel as a diving bell.
After the 1700s they introduced effective methods like ""rebreathing devices"" to breath underwater created by Jacques Cousteau and Emilie Gagnan. Now, after a decade Scuba diving has become one of the most popular exploring activity.
Ever wondered about the travel history of famous historical monuments and popular travel activities?
Find out more in our series ""Travel History"" which explores the history of places from around the world, from activities to monuments, places and more.
