More remains of Punic-Roman fortress found at Mdina

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Archaeological remains of the Punic-Roman fortress of Melite have been discovered during works on the Mdina bastions by the Resources Ministry. The discovery was the second since interventions on Mdina's fortifications started some months ago under the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage. The recently unearthed structures constitute a three-coursed alignment of large rusticated ashlar blocks dating from around the Punic-Roman period. "What is exceptional in this new find is that an original stretch of the ancient wall typology has been found in situ, intact in its form of construction and thereby giving us a clear idea on the ancient methods employed...."

 

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