Underwater archaeological investigations in Abu Qir Bay, Egypt, have uncovered the remains of the ancient port city of Thonis-Heracleion. Extensive mapping
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Underwater archaeological investigations in Abu Qir Bay, Egypt, have uncovered the remains of the ancient port city of Thonis-Heracleion. Extensive mapping reveals a city grid with temples, harbors, and residential quarters submerged following a series of seismic events and soil liquefaction. Artifacts spanning from the 8th century BCE to the 8th century CE demonstrate the city's role as Egypt's...
Published in British Museum Research Publication (2016), this peer-reviewed paper contributes to scholarly understanding of ancient civilizations and archaeological methodology. Read the full abstract, explore citation details, and discover connections to related research, sites, and theories on Ancient Origins Explorer.