Roman wreck carrying hundreds of amphorae found off Sicily

The wreck, dubbed by Italy’s Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli as “one of the most important underwater archeological discoveries of recent years”, was found some three miles off the coast of Mazara del Vallo.

The wreck is believed to be more than 2,000 years old. Italy's culture minister says it is "one of the most important underwater archaeological" finds in years.

The ocean floor was piled high with hundreds of well-preserved amphorae, which were likely used to transport wine.

Italy's culture minister says it is one of the most important underwater archaeological finds in years.

The discovery was made by an underwater fisherman who described it as the "most incredible" in his life.

A Roman-era shipwreck has been found off Mazara del Vallo, along with hundreds of amphorae on the seabed. Culture Minister Giuli has hailed the discovery as "extraordinary".