New excavations in the urban area of Caere

Excavations conducted by Quenn's University in the central area of the Etruscan city of Caere, near the so-called hypogaeum of Clepsina, have brought to light a sequence of phases indicative of a longer and more complex history of urban occupation at the site than previously thought. Excavation and geophysical prospection have revealed a regular urban plan in the area between the centre of the city plateau and the sanctuary of Manganello. Research within the hypogaeum has allowed for a better reading of wall paintings, drawings and inscriptions, including two previously unknown texts.