Ancient Phoenician Shipwreck Raised After 2,600 Years – Major Archaeological Discovery in Spain

An ancient Phoenician shipwreck, thought to be over 2,600 years old, has been carefully raised from the waters off the coast of Spain, offering a rare glimpse into maritime history. Discovered in 1994, the Mazarrón II shipwreck had been covered by sand, but coastal changes made it vulnerable. Archaeologists spent months extracting the wreck, piece by piece, and now the fragments are headed to a museum for preservation and study.

In this video, we dive into the fascinating details of the Mazarrón II shipwreck, from its discovery near Mazarrón to the painstaking restoration process. What secrets about Phoenician shipbuilding and ancient trade routes will this 27-foot vessel reveal?

Topics Covered:

The discovery of the 2,600-year-old Phoenician shipwreck
The excavation and preservation process
Insights into Phoenician maritime technology and culture
How coastal changes threatened the shipwreck’s preservation
The future of this extraordinary archaeological find
Don’t miss out on this incredible archaeological feat that could change our understanding of ancient civilizations!