Ruins of Italian city more than 2,000 years old discovered by archaeologists

Archaeologists have discovered a large stone basin in the ancient ruins of Gabii, a city that was a rival to Rome more than 2,000 years ago. The basin, estimated to be built around 250 B.C., is considered one of the earliest examples of large-scale Roman public architecture outside of temples and city walls, potentially showing Greek influence. Gabii, located about 11 miles east of Rome, was historically significant and culturally linked to Rome, although the two cities engaged in a long-standing rivalry marked by conflict. The city of Gabii featured various structures including aristocratic residences, walls, houses, agricultural land, and a temple. Its occupation spanned 2,000 years before a decline began in the first century B.C. As Rome grew into a metropolis, Gabii's relevance diminished. Its housing was repurposed, and its elite families and other i... download the app to read more