The Roman Shipwreck of Villajoyosa

In the first century AD, hundreds of amphorae holding the beloved garum made in Cádiz were travelling in a large sailing ship, probably bound for Rome. The ship was wrecked off the coast of Alicante, a long way off its open-sea course. In 2000, two marine enthusiasts discovered the remains of the wreck while diving opposite the town of Villajoyosa in Alicante. It is known by the name Bou Ferrer.