Roman archaeological finds emerge in Hungary and Italy

Archaeological discoveries from the Roman era are being highlighted in both Hungary and Italy. In Hungary, low water levels in the Danube near Dunaújváros have revealed several ancient artifacts. Recent finds include a fragment of a tombstone, which has been transported to the Intercisa Museum. Other significant items uncovered due to the receding river include an altar dedicated to Jupiter, a limestone tablet fragment, and an altar fragment dedicated to the sun god, Deus Sol. Previous discoveries in the area include a nearly intact Roman statue and stone fragments decorated with grape clusters and vines.

In Italy, the construction of Rome’s Metro C line has transformed subway stations into underground museums. Excavations have unearthed ancient barracks, baths, and water basins. At the San Giovanni station, archaeologists uncovered traces of an extensive agricultural estate dating back to the 3rd century BC, including a massive water reservoir capable of holding over four million liters. Rather than moving all artifacts to separate storage, many are displayed directly within the stations, allowing commuters to view historical layers of the city during their travels.