!_StoryHed_! Roman era mosaic floor discovered in Alexandria

A mosaic floor with a Roman design was discovered by Antiquities Ministry archaeologists in the Hend area of Alexandria’s Moharam Bek district, according to a ministry statement. It is the first of its kind to be found in Egypt, Ancient Egyptian Antiquities Department head Ayman Ashmawi says. Its geometric design was prominent in the Roman era and was used in baths and floors of fortresses, says Director of Middle Alexandria Antiquities Department Mohamed Farouk. Excavation work continues to uncover more parts of the floor, ahead of conducting restoration work.