In Lebanon, archaeologists study an ancient winery

German archaeologists from the University of tübingen have found an ancient Phoenician wine press in Lebanon. The find was found in tell el-Burak, located almost 10 km from the city of Sidon. Many centuries ago, thanks to the Phoenician merchants, wine was distributed throughout the Mediterranean countries. Most of the finds discovered by archaeologists relate to the use, storage and transportation of alcoholic beverages. This is usually a different shape and volume of the amphora. But the enterprises where wine was made were not previously found.

This winery was built at the end of the VIII century BC. e. It stood for quite a long time - presumably it was used until the VI century BC. e. The remains of two more buildings are located Nearby, but their purpose cannot be said anything definite. If you consider the abundance of artifacts found nearby amphorae, we can assume that the winery was rather big. The discovery will allow you to get better acquainted with the construction technology of the ancient Phoenicians.

Earlier in this region archaeologists have unearthed the remains of four houses – all of them have been preserved since the iron age. A recent study of the structure shows that the Phoenicians made an innovation in construction: they began to process ceramic shards to use them to build stronger walls. So they became more water-resistant and resistant to wear.