Ancient Roman chest unearthed in Ljubljana

Ljubljana, 15 July - A well-preserved stony chest that dates back to the first century has been unearthed in Ljubljana in what is a rare discovery. The finding comes after Roman grave sites were discovered several weeks ago during the renovation of Dunajska Road in an area that is known as being rich in archaeological findings.

Ljubljana Glass artefacts dating back to Roman times. Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana
Glass artefacts dating back to Roman times.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana Glass artefacts dating back to Roman times. Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana
Glass artefacts dating back to Roman times.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana Archaeological excavations in the northern part of what used to be Roman city Emona. Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana
Archaeological excavations in the northern part of what used to be Roman city Emona.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

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