via CGTN, 10 June 2023: Archaeologists uncovered two Ming Dynasty shipwrecks laden with precious artifacts in the South China Sea, marking a milestone in China’s deep-sea technology and underwater archaeology.
Hidden beneath 1,500 meters of seawater off the Chinese coast, a treasure trove of artifacts were unearthed by archaeologists last year.
During an October 2022 expedition, two shipwrecks were found on the floor of the South China Sea, containing a variety of precious relics.
Currently, researchers are examining the wreckage and have determined that one ship primarily carried porcelain for export, while the other was involved in importing wood. The relics are believed to belong to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644).
Source: Shipwreck discoveries illuminate Maritime Silk Road – CGTN
