World's Oldest Shipwreck Dating Back 4,700 Years Found Off Turkey's Coast
Archaeologists have discovered what is believed to be the world's oldest shipwreck near Kekova Island off Turkey's Mediterranean coast, dating back 4,400 to 4,700 years to the Early Bronze Age. The site, about 30 meters underwater, contains over 30 ceramic storage pots called amphorae and three large stone anchors. The vessel, approximately 10 meters long, likely served as a trading ship, offering insights into ancient Mediterranean maritime trade contemporaneous with the Great Pyramid's construction.
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hindustantimes broke this story on 14 Oct, 08:10 am. Other outlets followed.