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Phoenician Plaque One of Many Finds Unearthed at Kition Harbor, Cyprus

... at the ancient dockyard of Kition (Larnaka-Pampoula) in Cyprus has unearthed a wealth of artifacts and architectural ... at the ancient dockyard of Kition (Larnaka-Pampoula) in Cyprus has unearthed a wealth of artifacts and architectural ... in October 2021 and the results were recently announced by Cyprus’s Department of Antiquities, according to Philenews ...

Sahir - 28/01/2022 - 17:59

Swedish Expedition Strikes Gold Within Royal Tombs in Cyprus

... has announced the finding of underground tombs in Cyprus. An archaeological expedition from the University of ... has announced the finding of underground tombs in Cyprus. Initially, the Swedish archaeologists identified a ... Hala Sultan Tekke. Located on the south coast of Cyprus, on the banks of the Larnaca Salt Lake which is near ...

ashley cowie - 07/07/2023 - 22:52

2,400-Year-Old Aristocrat Family Tomb Uncovered in Cyprus Sheds Light on Ancient Soloi

... a rich family that was excavated in Soloi (Soli), Northern Cyprus from 2005-2006 are being unveiled. Jewelry, weapons, ... silver, and gold-silver from the tomb complex at Soloi, Cyprus. ( Kadir Kaba ) The Ancient Ruins of Salamis, the Once Thriving Port City of Cyprus Ancient Greek amulet with strange palindrome ...

Alicia McDermott - 13/10/2015 - 04:37

Hala Sultan Tekke: Muslim Holy Site and a Historic Landmark of Cyprus

The history of Cyprus is very colorful and shaped by diverse ancient ... true treasure trove of historical sites. The history of Cyprus is very colorful and shaped by diverse ancient ... it is a true treasure trove of historical sites. Visiting Cyprus can turn out to be such an informative joy ride for ...

Aleksa Vučković - 30/12/2021 - 01:00

The Incredible History of Kolossi Castle - Won By Richard the Lionheart, Home to the Knights Templar, and Birthplace of the King of Wines

... Castle is a medieval castle located on the island of Cyprus. The original castle was built during the ... Castle is a medieval castle located on the island of Cyprus. The original castle was built during the 13 th ... of these is the Commandaria, a dessert wine from Cyprus regarded to be one of the oldest manufactured wines in ...

dhwty - 18/12/2018 - 01:53

Copious Copper Supplies Made Cyprus a Trading Center 3,500 Years Ago

... trade in the Mediterranean region, the island of Cyprus was a surprisingly busy trading hub. In the earliest ... trade in the Mediterranean region, the island of Cyprus was a surprisingly busy trading hub. Its exalted ... 1,150 BC) was made possible by its huge supplies of pure Cyprus copper, which was mined in copious quantities near the ...

Nathan Falde - 17/03/2023 - 21:57

Multicultural Ancient Treasure Hoard Discovered In Cyprus Tombs

Archaeologists in Cyprus have excavated two Bronze Age Tombs at one of the most ... presence of a far-reaching trade network Archaeologists in Cyprus have excavated two Bronze Age Tombs at one of the most ... of Larnaka, on the road to Kiti, on the main Salt Lake in Cyprus. The dervish Sheik Hassan first found the twin ...

ashley cowie - 03/12/2021 - 00:57

Putting the Horse Before the Chariot: Gorgeous Ancient Roman Mosaics Unearthed in Cyprus

... dating back to the 4th century AD has been unearthed in Cyprus. It illustrates scenes from chariot races in the ... village, 19 miles (30.58 km) from the capital city of Cyprus – Nicosia. The mosaic’s existence had been known ... world famous. The mosaic is the only one of its kind in Cyprus and one of just seven in the world. According to the ...

Natalia Klimczak - 13/08/2016 - 03:47

4,000-Year-Old Temple With Monolith Resurfaces in Cyprus

... a circular motif of cups in the center has surfaced in Cyprus, shedding light on an ancient artisan community from ... community. Unveiling the Oldest Sacred Building in Cyprus The Italian Erimi Archaeological Project, led by ... in collaboration with the Department of Antiquities of Cyprus, has been instrumental in this groundbreaking ...

Gary Manners - 10/07/2024 - 14:49

Which Invading Elite Are Buried in Cyprus’ Monumental Tombs of the Kings?

... archaeological site located in the Paphos District of Cyprus. The site is a 2,400-year-old necropolis that is ... archaeological site located in the Paphos District of Cyprus. The site is a 2,400-year-old necropolis that is ... in 320 BC. By the end of the 4 th century BC, Cyprus had become part of the Ptolemaic Kingdom and under ...

dhwty - 12/01/2019 - 01:56

The Ancient Ruins of Salamis, the Once Thriving Port City of Cyprus

... world. One such city was Salamis, located on the island of Cyprus. Salamis was a large city in ancient times. It served ... Commons Salamis was believed to have been the capital of Cyprus as far back as 1100 B.C. Located on the eastern side of the island of Cyprus, it was considered a very important port city. Ships ...

aprilholloway - 06/04/2020 - 14:55

Saint Paul’s Column: Ancient Pillar Where Paul the Apostle Was Scourged with Hundreds of Lashes

... ages. Saint Paul’s First Missionary Journey Occurred in Cyprus Saint Paul’s connection to the island of Cyprus can be found in the 13 th chapter of the Acts of the ... missionary journey of Paul and Barnabas on the island of Cyprus, which was part of the saint’s First Journey. ...

dhwty - 08/01/2019 - 01:59

Four Ancient Lead Ingots Rewrite Cyprus’ Role in Bronze Age Trade

It’s all changed in the ancient history of Cyprus, thanks to the discovery by archaeologists that the ... in 1200 BC. It’s all changed in the ancient history of Cyprus, thanks to the discovery by archaeologists that the ... say “a shift” is required in the understanding of Cyprus’s geopolitical role in late Bronze Age trading. Map ...

ashley cowie - 23/02/2022 - 13:58

Into the Drink! Roman Shipwreck Stocked with Amphorae Found Near Cyprus

... to the Department of Antiquities of the Republic of Cyprus. The Roman shipwreck was found off the coast of Cyprus and it is expected that the discovery can help ... during the Roman Empire. The wreck was found off Cyprus’ ‘southeast coast, near the popular beach resort ...

Ed Whelan - 29/06/2019 - 18:38

In Search of the Origins of the Philistines – Part 2

... some part, the Philistines originated from the island of Cyprus to the North of Egypt and West of Canaan (Read Part 1 ... some part, the Philistines originated from the island of Cyprus to the North of Egypt and West of Canaan (Dothan, ... Dothan would continue to excavate outside of Israel and on Cyprus. Working closely with Cyprus’s director of the ...

pkoutoupis - 19/05/2014 - 22:30

Ancient Feast Seating Carved in Bedrock Found At Paphos, Cyprus

... Polish archaeologists exploring ancient ruins in Paphos, Cyprus have discovered a ceremonial seating area carved into ... Polish archaeologists exploring ancient ruins in Paphos, Cyprus have discovered a ceremonial seating area carved into ... structure of this type has been found on the island of Cyprus, Młynarczyk pointed out. A view of the open-air ...

Nathan Falde - 13/07/2021 - 23:03

Ancient Greek amulet with strange palindrome inscription discovered in Cyprus

Archaeologists in Cyprus have unearthed a 1,500-year-old amulet in the ancient city of Nea Paphos in Cyprus, which contains a curious palindrome inscription – a ... Aphrodite’s legendary birthplace was on the island of Cyprus, where her temple was erected by the Myceneans in the ...

aprilholloway - 02/01/2015 - 21:57

Unique Cyprus Death Cult Treasures Uncovered at Mass Burial Site

Excavators in Cyprus have discovered a series of “sensational finds” ... cult objects have been uncovered at a mass burial site in Cyprus. Source: Peter Fischer and Teresa Bürge A Center of ... Tekke on the west bank of Larnaca Salt Lake, in Larnaca, Cyprus. The approximately 50-hectare ancient city is located ...

ashley cowie - 12/12/2020 - 18:04

The Fate of Marcantonio Bragadin and the Fall of Famagusta

... Venetian Republic over the control of the island nation of Cyprus. Especially notable was the Ottoman-Venetian War of ... Cypriot Mosaic Famagusta, the Last Venetian Bastion on Cyprus Cyprus , an island strategically located in the Eastern ...

Aleksa Vučković - 04/09/2024 - 20:41

Aphrodite Rock: The Birthplace of a Goddess

... the main road from Paphos to Limassol, on the island of Cyprus. As its name suggests, the rock is associated ... the main road from Paphos to Limassol, on the island of Cyprus. As its name suggests, the rock is associated with ... a Greek goddess, but one that came from the east. Cyprus has a particular connection the goddess. For instance, ...

dhwty - 24/12/2018 - 23:22