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Face-Down Roman Burial with Rich Grave Goods Discovered in Croatia
Archaeologists working in the western necropolis of ancient Salona have uncovered a face-down Roman burial in Croatia containing eleven glass and ceramic vessels and two gemstones. The unusual position of the deceased and the number of objects placed in the grave made it one of the most notable burials investigated during the 2026 excavation season.…
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Roman “Sleeping Cupid” Statue Unearthed Beneath Pula’s Streets After 2,000 Years
A remarkable discovery has once again placed Pula in the archaeological spotlight. Beneath the streets of the Croatian port city, archaeologists have uncovered a finely carved marble statue of a Sleeping Cupid, dating to the 2nd century CE. Experts describe the find as one of the most exquisite examples of ancient Roman sculpture ever found…