Beautiful stone slabs from the ancient Nabataean “ghost” temple have been found off the coast of Pozzuoli in the Phlegrean Peninsula of Campania, Italy.

The “ghost” temple complex in Pozzuoli, also known as Puteoli in ancient times, is now submerged under the sea after 2,000 years of experiencing complex earthquakes and volcanic activities, causing a portion of the peninsula to sink below sea level.

It was a bustling commercial city of the Nabataean people. They built a magnificent temple complex dedicated to the local guardian deity, Dusares, according to Heritage Daily.

The intact stone altar has helped scientists accurately determine the location of the main temple within the religious complex.

In the images released, the white stone altar stands out against the sandy beach, still intact and sharp, which Minister Sangiuliano called “another treasure” of Puteoli.

These altars have helped scientists accurately determine the location of the “ghost” temple, as well as guide them to discover more ancient roads, trading ports, and royal buildings.

The Nabataean Kingdom, an ally of ancient Rome, once ruled a territory stretching from the Euphrates to the Red Sea, like a fortress between Rome and desert tribes.

The capital of this ancient and powerful kingdom was Petra, a world-famous wonder that is still stunning to this day and has been featured in many films.

Therefore, the relics from this kingdom are always an exciting discovery for archaeologists – with its outstanding extravagance, construction skills, and technology compared to other contemporary civilizations. According to Minister Sangiuliano, this new discovery further confirms the richness and breadth of commercial, cultural, and religious activities in the ancient Mediterranean basin.