The legendary beginnings of Heracleion (or Thonis) go back as far as the 12th century BC. The city was the stuff of legends and few ever thought it really existed. Age: Perhaps As Old As The 12th Century BC.Port: At One Time It Was The Main Port City Of Egypt.It was one of the trading ports of Ancient Egypt - and even the main trading port by the Late Period of Egypt. Its wharves, temples, and tower-houses were linked by ferries, bridges, and pontoons. There were a number of harbors and was interested by canals. In ancient times it was built on some adjoining islands in the Nile Delta. Of course, the city wasn't originally built underwater. "Appearing in a few rare inscriptions and ancient texts, the city of Thonis-Heracleion was hidden away for thousands of years, submerged deep under the sea." ![]() The Once Great Port City of Heracleion/Thonis
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