New Evidence for the Submerged Ancient Harbour Structures at Tolmetha and Leptis Magna, Libya

Recent surveys at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Leptis Magna and its neighboring city, Tolmetha, have uncovered new evidence of submerged ancient harbor structures, significantly advancing our understanding of these cities' maritime infrastructure. The research, conducted in 2009 as part of a broader project to establish underwater archaeological parks in Libya, utilized advanced survey techniques to both analyze known structures and discover previously unknown elements within the harbor areas. These findings provide critical insights into the architectural sophistication and economic significance of Leptis Magna during its peak, contributing valuable data to the field of nautical archaeology.

Beltrame, C. (2012). New Evidence for the Submerged Ancient Harbour Structures at Tolmetha and Leptis Magna, Libya. International Journal of Nautical Archaeology, 41(2), 315–326. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1095-9270.2012.00341.x