August 17, 2016
Archaeologists Discover Ancient Chariot Mosaic That May Reveal Part of Cyprus’ Ancient History
Archaeologists with Cyprus' Department of Antiquities have recently unearthed a rare mosaic that dates back to 4th century CE. The well-preserved, ornate piece is an extraordinary 36-foot-long, 13-feet-wide structure, and features a colorful scene of four horse-drawn chariots racing in a Roman hippodrome. The excavation was led by Fryni Hadjichristofi, at the Piadhia site in Akaki—about 18 miles from Cyprus’ capital, Nicosia.