How Did Fishermen Discover A 2,000-Year-Old Roman Shipwreck

Italian fishermen have discovered a remarkably preserved Roman shipwreck dating back more than 2,000 years off the coast of Sicily, CNN reported.

Giacomo De Mola and Igor Bisulli spotted what appeared to be a rock while diving near Mazara del Vallo. A closer look revealed hundreds of ancient clay amphorae scattered across the seabed.

Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli called the find one of Italy’s most important recent underwater archaeological discoveries. Researchers will document and protect the site, while authorities said the wreck will remain underwater for now.

Maritime archaeologist Lucy Blue said the unusually intact vessel could provide valuable evidence about ancient Mediterranean trade and potentially Roman shipbuilding technology.

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