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Greek Gods Resurfaced: Ancient Statues Rescued from the Depths archaeology Riace Bronzes

Greek Gods Resurfaced: Ancient Statues Rescued from the Depths

Sending shockwaves through the archaeological world, Roman diver Stefano Mariottini was snorkelling about 8 meters deep when he saw a hand sticking out from the sandy bottom. Thinking he had found human remains, he called the police.

Byzantine Time Travel: Ancient Bird Mosaic & Greek Sigma-Shaped Treasure Unearthed

Byzantine Time Travel: Ancient Bird Mosaic and Greek Sigma-Shaped Treasure Unearthed

In Caesarea, a coastal city in Israel known for its rich historical and archaeological significance, a remarkable discovery was unearthed, revealing a stunning mosaic depicting birds and animals and the only sigma-shaped glass-gold table of its kind ever found in the world, shedding light on the opulent lifestyle of Byzantine Caesarea.

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