Phoenicia Rising
Phoenicia was a vibrant ancient civilization that thrived along the Mediterranean coast, spanning what is now Syria, Lebanon, and northern Israel. This maritime powerhouse was renowned for its remarkable ships, adorned with horses' heads in honor of their sea god, Yamm. The cities of Tyre and Sidon were the pillars of Phoenician power, while Gebal/Byblos and Baalbek served as significant spiritual centers.
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Phoenician oil bottles reveal the role of scent in identity and cultural exchange across the Mediterranean
Archaeologists routinely uncover pottery, coins, and bones, but the scents of the past are much more elusive. An innovative interdisciplinary study has now traced fragrances that were once at the heart of Phoenician culture...
More information: https://archaeologymag.com/2025/08/phoenician-oil-bottles-reveal-cultural-exchange/
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