Taucheira/Arsinoe, Archaeological site in Cyrenaica, Libya
Taucheira/Arsinoe is an ancient port settlement on Libya's coast with remains of defensive walls and watchtowers. The place shows leftovers of streets, building foundations, and Byzantine walls that reflect different phases of urban growth.
The settlement was founded in the 7th century BCE and was one of the main Greek centers in the region. Later under Ptolemaic rule it received a new name and went through further changes during the Byzantine period.
The site shows traces of different religious groups who lived here over centuries. The inscriptions and burial areas tell stories of people with different beliefs who shared this place as their home.
The site is located on the coast and the remains spread across a large area you can walk through. It helps to set aside time for a thorough visit and be ready for uneven ground.
Hebrew documents and official decree fragments were discovered here, showing how different cultures connected with each other. Such finds are uncommon and offer insight into the religious diversity of this ancient port city.
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