In June, Greece relaxed its rules to allow divers to explore archaeological sites, and starting on August 3, underwater enthusiasts will be able to see one of the most impressive sites in the country.
The Peristera shipwreck laid at the bottom of the Aegean Sea completely undiscovered until the early 1990s. It wasn’t until a fisherman found hundreds of wine jars floating off the coast of Alonissos island did anyone suspect there might be something of significance in the depths. A dive team explored the area and found a massive shipwreck, stretching for 82 feet. It was likely a large merchant ship from Athens, dating back to 500 BCE.
