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1,000-Year-Old Jugs Found Under Tbilisi Avenue
28 Sep
Summary
- Pottery fragments and jugs dating back 1,000 years found.
- Discovery occurred 20 feet below Tbilisi's main Rustaveli Avenue.
- Artifacts shed light on Tbilisi's multicultural and economic history.
During renovations on Tbilisi's main thoroughfare, Rustaveli Avenue, workers discovered a significant cache of pottery. The artifacts are estimated to be around 1,000 years old, dating back to the 10th and 11th centuries. These ancient items were found approximately 20 feet below the surface.
The unearthed treasures include intricately decorated pottery fragments and several jugs. Experts suggest this discovery highlights Tbilisi's historical importance as a vital stop along trade routes and a center for diverse cultures and commerce during the medieval period.
Further studies, such as 3D scanning, are planned to precisely determine the age and origin of the artifacts. Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, has a long history of yielding archaeological finds due to its strategic location and past as a crossroads of civilizations.
