70 years ago, a Greek merchant ship was discovered by chance by a sponge diver, proving the interaction of Ancient Greek society with Cyprus. The excavations carried out after the discovery led to the discovery of the ship’s hull as well as storage containers called amphorae. In these containers, products specific to the Greek islands such as almonds, cereals and wine were found. <\/p>\n
This proves that the ship had a route to Cyprus via Greece and Anatolia and was engaged in trade.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Shipwreck Museum is exhibited in Kyrenia, TRNC. The museum is also located in Kyrenia Castle in Kyrenia Harbor. <\/p>\n
Kyrenia Castle was first built by the Byzantine Empire in the 7th century. Later on, the castle was strengthened by the Lusignans and Venetians and maintained its importance during the Ottoman period. In the castle, which is in a strategic and sheltered position, many historical artifacts await you apart from the Sunken Ship Museum.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>