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Man discovers massive Roman mosaic floor while gardening in eastern Turkey:
Mehmet Emin Sualp, a villager in Turkey's eastern Elazığ province ...
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Key FactsRoman Mosaic Unearthed in Eastern Turkey
Sep 24, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- Mehmet Emin Sualp discovered an 84-square-meter mosaic in August 2024 while planting saplings in Elazığ province.
- The mosaic, featuring depictions of animals and plants, dates back to the Roman and Early Byzantine periods.
- Sualp reported his find to the Elazığ Museum Directorate, which conducted subsequent excavations.
- Additional discoveries include a church and a cellar, indicating the presence of more historical sites in the area.
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