“Lost and Found: Unearthing Hidden Treasures in a Submerged Ancient Temple”

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“Diving into History: Sunken Treasures Unveiled in an Ancient Egyptian Temple” Beneath the waters off Egypt’s Mediterranean coast, underwater archaeologists have uncovered a submerged temple brimming with fascinating artifacts. Among the treasures lie gold objects, jewelry, and a remarkable djed pillar crafted from lapis lazuli—a symbol of stability. Join us as we explore the depths of this sunken sanctuary and unravel the mysteries tied to the ancient Egyptian deity.

The temple, which partially collapsed during a cataclysm in the mid-second century BC, was originally built to worship the god Amun.

This now abandoned building was once part of the ancient port city of Thonis-Heracleion in Aboukir Bay (also known as Abū Qīr Bay).

Many ceremonial tools are made of gold and silver

While exploring the temple, archaeologists unearthed a number of treasures and secrets, including ceremonial tools made of silver, gold jewelry, and plaster containers once used to hold perfume.

Also at this site, divers found underground structures supported by well-preserved wooden columns and beams dating from the fifth century BC.

Franck Goddio, president of IEASM and the French underwater archaeologist who led the excavation, said: “It is extremely moving to discover such fragile objects, still intact despite the

East of the temple, archaeologists found a Greek sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Aphrodite.

The sanctuary also kept a cache of Greek weapons, researchers said, suggesting that Greek mercenaries were once present in the area to protect access to the Kingdom of the Nile River, or its tributary.