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Amazing historical findings: in Turkey have found the ancient Greek mosaics, which are more than 2000 years!
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Archaeologists have made a surprising discovery: in Zeugma, Turkey, were found well-preserved examples of ancient Roman and Greek art that were underground for over two thousand years.
Kutalmysh Gёrkay professor at the University of Ankara drew attention to this place in 2000, when there was a threat of the flood due to dam construction. And his instincts did not disappoint when archaeologists began excavation, they found a magnificent ancient glass mosaic.
This mosaic of more than 2 thousand years old, but she is still in excellent condition.
It shows the gods of Greek mythology. Probably sometime this mosaic adorned the home of a wealthy owner. B>
Professor Kutalmysh Gёrkay argues that the customer himself, probably, was directly involved in creating the sketch for this work of art - it was customary in those times.
The rich people make choices according to their own preferences, as well as to make certain to impress your guests. Lovers of art and literature, for example, often chose images of three muses. B>
During excavations, archaeologists did not lose time because they knew that the city could be under water.
Another wonderful mosaic after restoration.
Thousands of years ago, this town was Greek and was called Seleutsiya.
Its modern name of the city was in 64 BC. e., at the time of the Roman invasion.
The Romans ruled the city for over 300 years. After that, he was captured by the Sassanids and the Persians. B>
The images of the gods were very popular at the time.
Lord of the seas, Poseidon once graced someone's home.
Here is depicted waist - the goddess of poetry and comedy.
How is it that interesting to look at the remnants of the past! It's hard to believe that 2000 years ago, these mosaics were nothing more than decoration for the house, the whim of the rich, who were trying to confirm their status and impress guests. And now this - a real find, something that will help us learn more about our history.
Share this article with your friends, because they will also be interesting to look at these beautiful ancient mosaics.
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Kutalmysh Gёrkay professor at the University of Ankara drew attention to this place in 2000, when there was a threat of the flood due to dam construction. And his instincts did not disappoint when archaeologists began excavation, they found a magnificent ancient glass mosaic.
This mosaic of more than 2 thousand years old, but she is still in excellent condition.
It shows the gods of Greek mythology. Probably sometime this mosaic adorned the home of a wealthy owner. B>
Professor Kutalmysh Gёrkay argues that the customer himself, probably, was directly involved in creating the sketch for this work of art - it was customary in those times.
The rich people make choices according to their own preferences, as well as to make certain to impress your guests. Lovers of art and literature, for example, often chose images of three muses. B>
During excavations, archaeologists did not lose time because they knew that the city could be under water.
Another wonderful mosaic after restoration.
Thousands of years ago, this town was Greek and was called Seleutsiya.
Its modern name of the city was in 64 BC. e., at the time of the Roman invasion.
The Romans ruled the city for over 300 years. After that, he was captured by the Sassanids and the Persians. B>
The images of the gods were very popular at the time.
Lord of the seas, Poseidon once graced someone's home.
Here is depicted waist - the goddess of poetry and comedy.
How is it that interesting to look at the remnants of the past! It's hard to believe that 2000 years ago, these mosaics were nothing more than decoration for the house, the whim of the rich, who were trying to confirm their status and impress guests. And now this - a real find, something that will help us learn more about our history.
Share this article with your friends, because they will also be interesting to look at these beautiful ancient mosaics.
zeugma.packhum.org/
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