Ancient 6th Century BC Shipwreck Uncovered Off Sicily's Coast

A 2,500-year-old shipwreck and ancient anchors have been discovered off the coast of Sicily, near Santa Maria del Focallo. The wreck, dating back to the 5th and 6th centuries B.C., was found using an 'on-the-shell' construction technique, indicative of early Mediterranean shipbuilding. The discovery, part of the Kaukana Project, includes stone and iron anchors from different eras, highlighting Sicily's historical role in ancient maritime trade and cultural exchanges. This find may provide insights into the interactions between ancient Greeks and Carthaginians.