Rain uncovers bull idol at ancient Olympia
by Agence France-Presse from Science | The Guardian on (#5FJ2J)
Chance discovery' near the temple of Zeus was probably used as votive offering, Greek ministry says
Rain has helped uncover a small bull idol at ancient Olympia in what the Greek culture ministry said on Friday was a chance discovery".
It said the bronze idol, found intact, was spotted by an archaeologist at the sprawling ancient site that inspired the modern Olympic Games during a scheduled visit by ministry officials.
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