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Roman Villa with Mosaics and Pet Names Found at Adramytteion
Excavations at the ancient city of Adramytteion in western Turkey have revealed a Roman residential complex with decorated halls, drainage infrastructure and mosaics depicting birds, fish, a winged horse, Medusa figures, pygmies, a cat and a dog. The residence appears to have been in use during the second century AD.
Sep 8, 2026
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Roman Villa Mosaic at Adramytteion Depicts Named Cat and Dog
Archaeologists excavating the ancient city of Adramytteion in Turkey uncovered a multicolored Roman mosaic featuring 15 panels of animals and mythological figures. Two animals are labeled in Greek as Emerald, a seated cat, and Ocean, a running or leaping dog.
Sep 6, 2026