ancient harbor
Historical maritime haven
An ancient harbor is a port facility from antiquity, typically featuring stone quays, breakwaters, and sheltered moorings built by Mediterranean, Near Eastern, or other early civilizations.
Archaeological sites preserve these structures: Divers explored the ancient harbor at Caesarea.
The phrase may also describe any old, long-established port: The ancient harbor still receives fishing boats.
- quayWaterfront loading platform
- cargoTransported goods
- breakwaterCoastal wave-blocking structure
- sea wallCoastal flood defense structure
- dockMooring structure at water's edge
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