Jul 26, 2021
3 min read
The Submerged Ancient Egyptian City
Uncovering the mythical city of Heracleion
Like many ancient cities of the past, Thonis-Heracleion was tragically lost to time — submerged along with its traditions, culture, and maybe even its people. The lost city was rediscovered in 1933, and by 2000, archaeologists started uncovering what was once considered a myth.
