{"id":133032,"date":"2024-04-01T17:58:15","date_gmt":"2024-04-01T17:58:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/?p=133032"},"modified":"2024-04-01T17:59:55","modified_gmt":"2024-04-01T17:59:55","slug":"uncovering-maritime-history-beneath-the-waves-u-s-embassy-and-sri-lankas-maritime-archaeology-unit-dive-to-ancient-godawaya-shipwreck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/uncovering-maritime-history-beneath-the-waves-u-s-embassy-and-sri-lankas-maritime-archaeology-unit-dive-to-ancient-godawaya-shipwreck\/","title":{"rendered":"Uncovering Maritime History Beneath the Waves U.S. Embassy and Sri Lanka\u2019s Maritime Archaeology Unit Dive to Ancient Godawaya shipwreck"},"content":{"rendered":"<header class=\"inner-h\">\n<h2 class=\"innerheader\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Uncovering Maritime History Beneath the Waves U.S. Embassy and Sri Lanka\u2019s Maritime Archaeology Unit Dive to Ancient Godawaya shipwreck<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/header>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymirror.lk\/news-features\/Uncovering-Maritime-History-Beneath-the-Waves-U-S-Embassy-and-Sri-Lankas-Maritime-Archaeology-Unit-Dive-to-Ancient-Godawaya-shipwreck\/131-279740\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-49618 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-singapore-1.oraclecloud.com\/cdn.sg.dailymirror.lk\/assets\/uploads\/image_836c4f1550.jpg\" alt=\"elanka\" width=\"600\" height=\"341\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung and Senior Archeology Officer of the Central Cultural Fund\u2019s Maritime Archeology Unit Rasika Muthucumarana, inspecting the site of the Godawaya shipwreck.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Source:<\/strong><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymirror.lk\/news-features\/Uncovering-Maritime-History-Beneath-the-Waves-U-S-Embassy-and-Sri-Lankas-Maritime-Archaeology-Unit-Dive-to-Ancient-Godawaya-shipwreck\/131-279740\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dailymirror<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymirror.lk\/news-features\/Uncovering-Maritime-History-Beneath-the-Waves-U-S-Embassy-and-Sri-Lankas-Maritime-Archaeology-Unit-Dive-to-Ancient-Godawaya-shipwreck\/131-279740\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-49618 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-singapore-1.oraclecloud.com\/cdn.sg.dailymirror.lk\/assets\/uploads\/image_2aa506961a.jpg\" alt=\"elanka\" width=\"600\" height=\"341\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung alongside members of the Central Cultural Fund at the staging site for the conservation work on the Godawaya shipwreck.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">The Godawaya shipwreck is the oldest known shipwreck in the Asia-Pacific Region<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">The initiative has been funded by the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Funding for the project began in 2022 in effort to study and safeguard the submerged cultural treasure dating back to the 2nd Century B.C<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymirror.lk\/news-features\/Uncovering-Maritime-History-Beneath-the-Waves-U-S-Embassy-and-Sri-Lankas-Maritime-Archaeology-Unit-Dive-to-Ancient-Godawaya-shipwreck\/131-279740\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-49618 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-singapore-1.oraclecloud.com\/cdn.sg.dailymirror.lk\/assets\/uploads\/image_5609b0831c.jpg\" alt=\"elanka\" width=\"400\" height=\"341\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">The U.S. Embassy in Colombo, in partnership with the Central Cultural Fund\u2019s Maritime Archaeology Unit, has undertaken a significant step in preserving Sri Lanka\u2019s rich maritime history through the conservation and documentation of the Godawaya Shipwreck, the oldest known shipwreck in the Asia-Pacific region. The initiative, funded by the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, underscores the enduring partnership between the United States and Sri Lanka in cultural preservation and archaeological research.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung, along with\u00a0 Counselor for Public Affairs at the U.S. Embassy Heidi Hattenbach, and Senior Archeology Officer of the Central Cultural Fund\u2019s Maritime Archaeology Unit Rasika Muthucumarana led an inspection dive to the ancient Godawaya shipwreck off the coast of Hambantota. This venture is part of a broader effort supported by the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, which began funding the project in 2022 to study and safeguard the submerged cultural treasure dating back to the 2nd Century B.C.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Ambassador Chung expressed her awe and the importance of the mission, stating, \u201cWitnessing the Godawaya shipwreck firsthand at 33 meters below the surfaces of the ocean was a breathtaking experience, shedding light on Sri Lanka\u2019s significant history as a pivotal maritime hub. The United States is proud to support this endeavor, enhancing the understanding of Sri Lanka\u2019s historical role in global maritime trade and ensuring the preservation of its rich cultural legacy for future generations.\u201d<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Adding to the Ambassador\u2019s sentiments, Counselor for Public Affairs Heidi Hattenbach highlighted the project\u2019s unique value, \u201cWe are honoured to partner with the Maritime Archeology Unit on the study and preservation of this important site, a partnership that has supported skilled Sri Lankan divers and researchers to really dive deep into an important avenue of Sri Lanka\u2019s maritime history.\u00a0 Over the coming months, their dedicated efforts will deepen the understanding and accessibility of Sri Lanka\u2019s underwater cultural heritage, paving the way for future archaeological discoveries and conservation initiatives.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Senior Archeology Officer Rasika Muthucumarana, reflecting on the technical aspects and the depth of the project, added, \u201cCollaborating with the U.S. Embassy on this Godawaya shipwreck excavation project has been an honour. While the depths of our explorations present unique challenges, the shared commitment to unveiling the truths and preserving the history of ancient maritime routes and trade practices creates a strong bond between our teams. This partnership is a model for future cultural preservation endeavors.\u201d\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Located in Galle, the Maritime Archaeology Unit (MAU) is dedicated to the preservation and exploration of Sri Lanka\u2019s rich underwater cultural heritage, conducting extensive research, and applying advanced conservation techniques.\u00a0 The Godawaya shipwreck, the oldest known shipwreck in the Indian Ocean and in the Asia-Pacific Region, is one of the MAU\u2019s most significant ongoing projects.\u00a0 Initial research efforts have unveiled a treasure trove of information, revealing that the ship was laden with a diverse cargo, including potential ingots of iron and glass, alongside finished stone querns and ceramic bowls. Through funding support of the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, the MAU has been able to safeguard nearly 200 artifacts unearthed from the wreck, ranging from clay pottery to metal objects and intricate carnelian beads. The U.S. funding has been instrumental in facilitating the initial stages of site preparation and enabling the unit to employ 3D modeling techniques for comprehensive site surveying. As the project progresses, the MAU is on track to develop a complete 3D model of the entire shipwreck site, a milestone that promises to revolutionize the field of maritime archaeology and cultural preservation in Sri Lanka.\u00a0 The artifacts removed from the shipwreck will be on display in Colombo at the end of the year, and then will eventually be housed in a permanent exhibit at the Maritime Archaeology Museum in Galle for Sri Lankans and tourists to visit, view, and learn about the country\u2019s rich history.\u00a0 The AFCP will also fund an education programme that will bring opportunities to learn from the Godawaya project to schools and students close to the dive site.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/elanka-newsletter-sign-up\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly\u00a0to\u00a0your\u00a0inbox!<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Uncovering Maritime History Beneath the Waves U.S. Embassy and Sri Lanka\u2019s Maritime Archaeology Unit Dive to Ancient Godawaya shipwreck U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung and Senior Archeology Officer of the Central Cultural Fund\u2019s Maritime Archeology Unit Rasika Muthucumarana, inspecting the site of the Godawaya shipwreck. 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