Jul 21, 2024, 04:35 PM IST

10 ancient cities that are now underwater

Shweta Singh

An ancient city off the coast of Greece, dating back to 3000 BC. It has preserved streets, buildings, and tombs underwater.

Pavlopetri, Greece

A port city near the Nile that sank in the 2nd century BC. Rediscovered in 2000, with temples and artifacts underwater.

Heracleion, Egypt

A Roman resort city now underwater due to volcanic activity. It’s an archaeological park in the Bay of Naples.

Baiae, Italy

A pirate haven destroyed by an earthquake in 1692. The submerged city preserves 17th-century life.

Port Royal, Jamaica

Mythical city of Lord Krishna, with underwater structures dating to 1500 BC. Discovered off the Indian coast.

Dwarka, India

An ancient city flooded in 1959 to create a reservoir. The well-preserved city dates back to the Han Dynasty.

Shicheng, China

Submerged rock formations off Yonaguni Island, resembling an ancient city. Discovered in 1986, its origins are debated.

Yonaguni, Japan

A prehistoric village submerged by rising sea levels. Dating back to 6900 BC, it features houses and burial sites.

Atlit-Yam, Israel

An ancient Egyptian city that sank into the Mediterranean Sea. Rediscovered near Heracleion, with many artifacts.

Thonis, Egypt