Ancient Greek Altar Unearthed at Sicilian Archaeological Site Reveals Hellenic Cultural Influence

 Ancient Greek Altar Unearthed at Sicilian Archaeological Site Reveals Hellenic Cultural Influence

Ancient Greek Altar Unearthed at Sicilian Archaeological Site Reveals

ROME, June 30th - Local authorities announced on Friday the discovery of an ancient Greek altar used for family worship at the archaeological site of Segesta on the Sicilian island in Italy. Dating back over 2,000 years, the altar is believed to have been in active use during the peak of Hellenic cultural influence, just prior to the ascension of the Roman Empire in the first century BC.

Buried beneath layers of earth and vegetation in the Southern Acropolis area of the Segesta site, the altar remained hidden for centuries. Sicily's regional government expressed astonishment at the ongoing revelations from the Segesta site, noting that each excavation brings forth artifacts that contribute to a deeper understanding of the multiple civilizations that have occupied the area.

Situated amidst mountains, Segesta was an ancient Greek city famous for its 5th-century BC temple. In addition to the altar, archaeologists unearthed a similarly shaped relic believed to have served as a support for a sculpture. Both discoveries are exceptionally well-preserved, according to the regional government.