'World’s oldest known shipwreck' lost more than 4,000 years ago found off Turkey

The National ·
United Arab Emirates

Archaeologists have identified an ancient shipwreck off Turkey's Mediterranean coast, dating back as far as 4,700 years, which they believe could be the oldest yet discovered. More than 30 ceramic storage jars and three stone anchors have been found near Kekova Island in Antalya, about 30 metres beneath the surface. The pottery suggests the vessel dates to between 4,400 and 4,700 years ago,…

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