4,700-year-old amphorae shed light on ancient trade in Türkiye

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Amphorae recovered near Kekova Island off Antalya may come from the world’s oldest known shipwreck and are providing evidence about ancient maritime trade in Anatolia. The finds offer new insight into the region’s history of seaborne exchange.

🇹🇷 Location: Antalya — Sources: 6 — First seen: — Last seen:
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