November 26, 2007

Lupercal found?

The discovery in Rome of a vaulted cavern, studded with coloured mosaics and buried deep beneath the ruins of an emperor's palace, suggests that the story of how the city was founded might be more than a mere myth.


Archaeologists are thrilled by the discovery of the colourful underground domed structure, saying it might prove to be the venerated site of the Lupercal.

Full article here. The NY Times writeup is here.

Posted by David on November 26, 2007 5:09 PM

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