1,800-year-old sewer system discovered during archaeological excavations in Diyarbakır
An 1,800-year-old sewer system was discovered during archaeological excavations in Amida Tumulus, described as the "heart of the old city", in the historical Sur district in southeastern Turkey.
During the excavations, a team of 22 experts, led by Professor Irfan Yıldız of Dicle University, under the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, discovered the 1800-year-old sewer system dating back to Roman times.
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Speaking to Anadolu Agency, Yıldız said successful results from excavations prove the historical value of the city in Diyarbakır province.
He noted in previous stages of this year's excavations, 1,800-year-old water conduits and 1,700-year-old burial chambers were also discovered.
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"However, the level of technology we witnessed in the Roman sewer system is imposing," he added.