Scuba diving archaeologists are scouring the seabed where a gas pipeline is being built off Israel's coast in a bid to preserve ancient relics. The area lies near a 5,000-year-old port which once was a key trade hub for the Mediterranean's ancient civilisations. Scroll down for videoUnderwater robots are scouring the seabed where a gas pipeline is being built off Israel's coast in a bid to preserve ancient relics. Pictured is an archaeologist handling a jug found in the region as part of excavationsANCIENT DOR Dor is a modern settlement and ancient port in northwest Israel. Relics are seen on the seabed of the Mediterranean Sea close to the site of a 5000-year-old port near Dor Beach in northern Israel.

Source: Daily Mail September 06, 2018 11:24 UTC