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Posted: 2025-05-10 21:35:35 UTC
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Archaeologists have rediscovered a 7th-century B.C. sanctuary in Cyprus, revealing over 100 statue bases, terracotta warriors, marble beads, and colossal limestone feet, indicating the presence of oversized male statues. The site, linked to Egyptian and Greek rulers, was also used for banquets.
Rediscovery of a 7th-century B.C. sanctuary in Cyprus
Discovery of statue bases, terracotta warriors, marble beads, and colossal limestone feet
Evidence of oversized male statues
Links to Egyptian and Greek rulers (Ptolemies)
Use of the site for banquets
Site was buried under sand since 1885
Fragmented statues requiring restoration
19th-century digs that left priceless parts behind