New Archaeological Discoveries at the Ancient Site of Utica
Announced by Imed Ben Jerbania, professor and researcher at the National Institute of Heritage and scientific supervisor of the site.
The remains are currently being studied in order to identify them more precisely and to present them soon to visitors.
During a telephone interview on Sunday, 8 March 2026, broadcast on the national radio, Imed Ben Jerbania explained that the findings include:
- A temple dating from the 4ᵗʰ century BC, and
- A residential quarter from the Punic period, which later evolved into an artisan district.
These discoveries are part of the excavations carried out by the National Institute of Heritage (INP) and belong to the series of international cooperation projects being implemented on the site.
The researcher also emphasized that history is a science governed by precise norms and laws, which guide the study and interpretation of archaeological remains.
These new finds enrich our understanding of Utica’s ancient history and strengthen the cultural attractiveness of the site.
