Minet el-Beida, Archaeological site on the Mediterranean coast in Latakia, Syria.
Located 10 kilometers north of Latakia, Minet el-Beida contains extensive burial grounds and settlement remains along the Mediterranean shore.
The site dates back to the late fifteenth century BC and functioned as a harbor town and necropolis for the ancient city of Ugarit.
Archaeological excavations between 1928 and 1935 uncovered numerous artifacts, including a Mycenaean high-footed cup from the 14th-13th centuries BC.
The archaeological site maintains restricted access, requiring special permits for research purposes and professional archaeological investigations.
A duck-shaped container discovered at Minet el-Beida now resides in the Louvre Museum, demonstrating the advanced craftsmanship of Bronze Age artisans.
Location: Latakia
Location: Latakia Governorate
GPS coordinates: 35.60785,35.77642
Latest update: July 25, 2025 09:15
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