EGYPT-FINDING
EGYPT-FINDING
Submerged Greco-Roman Fortress Close to
Beirut, May 22 (Prensa Latina) A submerged Greco-Roman fortress from the year 332 B.C to 335 A.C. was discovered by a team of underwater archaeologists Monday, close to the coast of the Egyptian city of Arich.
According to reports in Egypt, the remains of the old Greco-Roman fortress and city, now under water, are located less than a mile from Arich, north of the peninsula of Sinai, and in the border with the Gaza Strip, 30 meters under water.
The team of specialists started its work a month ago, but as much its members as the Supreme Antiques Council still keep the most absolute silence on details of what could be a sensational finding.
It was announced that for nest week, Zahi Hawas, president of the Supreme Antiques Council, will offer details to the press about the expedition and characteristics of the mysterious city and fortress.
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