In September, Libya was struck with devastating floods that resulted in thousands of deaths and caused slight damage to the monuments at Cyrene, an ancient Greek city and archaeological site located near the Mediterranean coast. However, the waters have also washed away large amounts of stones and earth, revealing previously hidden structures. It was one of the most major cities of the ancient Greek world and thrived during the fourth century B.C. After water levels decreased, Libyan authorities headed over to Cyrene to determine what damage had been done to the ancient city. Already, a Roman wall in an area known as the Via Porticata has caved in, altering the course of ancient water channels.

Source: Libya Today October 16, 2023 18:32 UTC