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8 Intriguing Statues Hidden Beneath the Waves

Yayınlanma: 29 August 2024 - 00:32

The vast expanse of the ocean holds endless wonders—from vibrant coral reefs to ancient shipwrecks. But in some corners of the world, there’s another reason to dive beneath the surface: a journey through underwater museums filled with breathtaking sculptures. These artistic marvels, submerged in waters around the globe, fuse human creativity with nature, transforming into living galleries. Below are eight awe-inspiring underwater statues you may have never known existed.

Queen Cleopatra III – Egypt
In the early 2000s, archaeologist Franck Goddio and his team uncovered the lost Egyptian city of Heracleion near Alexandria. This ancient city, long buried by earthquakes, tsunamis, and rising sea levels, was once thought to be a myth. Among the astonishing finds was a statue believed to depict Queen Cleopatra III. Now resting underwater for over 1,000 years, the statue serves as a testament to the historical grandeur of the submerged city.