Imagining a city underwater is more like a dream. No one could ever imagine that a human settlement existed that went underwater. But it’s true; here are some of the mysterious underwater cities of the ancient world.
Mysterious Underwater Cities Of The Ancient World
1. Olous, Greece
An amazing archaeological site found on Crete Island in Greece on the northern shore is Olous. A great vacation spot for couples, families as well as friends that relaxes one’s mind completely is Olous. The swimming, spas, and beaches add beauty to this place and attract more and more tourists. Presently, the city has turned into a buried city underwater and only traces of buildings and walls are left.
Existing from 3000 to 900 BC, the city was lively, flourishing, and had its own currency and water facility. The great gods of Greece were worshipped in this well-to-do city and carnivals in tribute to God Britomartis were carried out. It is alleged that to safeguard the gold and jewels of the city, people formed 100 fountains. Out of which 99 fountains had only water and the one had all the treasure. 99 wells are found whereas this valuable well is still not discovered.
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2. Heracleion or Thonis, Egypt
Sunken underwater, Heracleion city was undiscovered and secreted underwater for thousands of years. Remains of granite, 70 anchors, heaps of gold, 64 ships, remains of the temple, and statutes of 16 feet along with many other valuable things were discovered by archaeologists.
By remains, it is calculated that these remains are more than 2300 years old. The luxurious Heracleion city had a great network of canals, temples, and bridges along with an enormous port that was used for trading all around Egypt and many sanctuaries. How this majestic city become underground is still a great mystery.
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3. Shicheng, China
Built around 1300 years ago, Shicheng was a city constructed in 25-200 AD under the control of the Qing and Ming Empires and is also renowned as Lion City. Around 42 years ago, the existence of this city located under the Qiandao River was ruined but the Chinese Government started initiatives to recover this city.
After a tour of this underwater city, the divers concluded that all the royal buildings and monuments mostly made of golden walls along with wooden work depicting the best and most astonishing architecture of Chinese ancient culture is still not damaged at all. With beautiful stone buildings, long roads, and various architectural gates, the city appears astonishing.
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4. Port Royal, Jamaica
A city of richness and trade present in Jamaica is Port Royal which was earlier known as Cagway and was initially under the control of Tainos and later on by Europeans. Though the capital of Jamaica was Spanish Town still Port Royal was a very integral part there. with various brick-walled multi-storied houses, this city was fully indulged in the activities of prostitution, drinking, slavery, and liquors. A major activity of trade involved fishing which was the major reason for the richness of the city. But two rapid earthquakes destroyed the city and after the second one, the city got tilted at a 45-degree angle.
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5. Yonaguni Jima, Japan
Ruined because of the earthquake, Yonaguni Jima located near Taiwan Island became underground 2000 years ago. Discovered in 1987 by some divers this immense city is one of the extraordinary sites present underwater. This 50-meter-long city was shaped like a pyramid and is present 25 meters deep underwater. According to archeologists, this naturally created site along with some natural stairs has always been a topic of discussion among discovery channels and also attracted people about the past of this building.
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6. Lake Titicaca Temple, Peru
Originating about 60 million years ago, Lake Titicaca flows between Bolivia and Peru and is a resident of more than 530 types of water animals. One of the most adventurous trips a person can ever have in his life is a trip to Lake Titicaca. Along with ruins of almost 180 buildings a temple is known to still exist in this beautiful lake. Built around 1000 years ago by Tiwanaku residents, with 660 feet long length and 160 feet in width, an 800-meter-long road is known to be present in this temple along with villages, farms, and terraces.
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7. Dwarka, India
Present in the North Western region of Gujarat in India, Dwarka is one of the sacred places for Hindus. Renowned as a part of four Dhamas in India, Dwarka was found by Lord Krishna and it also signifies the Gateway to Heaven. With 900000 imperial gold, silver, and crystal forts, wide decorated roads, rare rivers, and parks, this city were extremely beautiful and astonishing.
Being so a beautiful residence of Lord Krishna and one of the holy places of India, the information about this blessed city is present in various holy books like Vishnu Purana, Mahabharata, Shrimad Bhagavad Gita, and many more. Unfortunately, at the beginning of the Kali period after the departure of Krishna, this city got submerged in the Arabian Sea around 9000 years ago.
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8. Gulf of Cambay, India
Present around 9500 years ago, archeologists believe that the Gulf of Cambay was the oldest city among all cities of India and is located on the Arabian Sea having linkage to Gujarat and Bombay. Discovered unintentionally by the divers, the Gulf of Cambay is about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide. Sonar scanning technology was used to reach the bottom of the sea in which the sound waves were used to identify the enormous sites and monuments.
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9. Pavlopetri, Greece
Existing 5000 years back, Pavlopetri is the oldest underwater site in the world. Present 4 meters deep under the sea, the city was unknown till 1967. With proper and incredible streets, tombs, and architecture the city appears well maintained. The reason for the submerging of this incredible was the earthquake and the rise of water level in the sea. The University of Cambridge 1968, found graves, streets, buildings, and tombs remains with the help of their special team.
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10. Aegean Sea Ruins
Found around 4500 years back, a great Bronze Age city was found in the Aegean Sea. The city of Kane was founded by a team of researchers in 2005 which was a great trade city at times. Lying between Greece and Turkey, the Aegean Sea flows 380 miles long. Spread over 12 acres, thus Bronze Age city flourished with tools, art pieces, defense materials, and pathways. Three unique defensive horseshoe type of structures were found attached to the walls which were thought to serve as a safety for the region.
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