The bottom of the Mediterranean Sea holds many secrets, many of which we will never uncover. But diver archaeologists are nevertheless keeping themselves as busy as can be. They survey the depths in attempts to uncover some truly intriguing things. And the Serçe Limanı wreck was just the thing they were looking for. Discovered in the eponymous bay in Turkey, opposing the Greek island of Rhodes, the shipwreck was a truly marvelous find. What wonders were hiding in its cargo hold? Digging the Deep Blue: Challenges and Triumphs in Underwater Archaeology Tasty Treasures: 3,000 Plants, Spices, and Fruits Found on 15th Century Norse Shipwreck The Wonders of the Serçe Limanı Shipwreck The noted American maritime archaeologist, George F. Bass, regarded as the father of underwater archaeology, discovered the Serçe Limanı shipwreck in 1977 on one of his routine dives. Noting at once that this was a major discovery, he and his team from the Institute of Nautical Archaeology (INA) began an arduous excavation campaign that went on for several years. The wreck was on the bottom of the Mediterranean Sea, but somewhat close to the shore, and was partially preserved. Around 20% of the hull survived through the centuries, even though most of it was fragmented. Still, for underwater wooden remains, this is quite a good state of preservation. Read moreSection: ArtifactsOther ArtifactsRead Later