Egypt unveils Ptolemaic-Roman discoveries in Alexandria
Baku, May 4, AZERTAC
An Egyptian archeological mission has uncovered the remains of architectural and residential units dating back to the Ptolemaic and Roman periods in the coastal city of Alexandria, the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said in a statement on Saturday, according to Xinhua.
The discovery sheds light on the evolution of urban life in the historic Mediterranean city across successive eras, the statement said.
A range of distinctive architectural and archaeological elements were uncovered in the Moharam Bek district in Alexandria.
The finds include the remains of a Tholoi-circular public bath dating back to the late Ptolemaic period, as well as parts of a Roman residential villa featuring decorated mosaic floors, reflecting advanced levels of urban planning and luxury during these periods.
The Ptolemaic period in Egypt spanned from 332 BC to 30 BC, followed by the Roman era, which lasted until 395 AD.
The mission also uncovered sophisticated water management systems, including a small bath linked to a villa, as well as diverse mosaic techniques that indicate a rich artistic heritage in the city.
A collection of artifacts was unearthed, including marble statues believed to depict deities such as Bacchus and Asclepius, as well as a headless statue thought to represent the goddess Minerva.
Coins, pottery, lamps, and stamped amphora fragments were also found, indicating the city's vibrant commercial and cultural exchanges across the Mediterranean.
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