Archaeologists find wreck of large medieval boat in Barcelona

Archaeologists in Barcelona have uncovered a large medieval boat believed to have sunk during a storm in the 15th or 16th centuries near a new biomedical research center. The vessel, known as Ciutadella I, is over 10 meters long with curved wooden ribs and was held together by nails, typical of 15th-century Mediterranean boats. Fragile wood remains are kept damp to prevent deterioration, and the team plans to move pieces for preservation using water-soluble wax. This discovery adds to Barcelona's history, marking its first example of well-documented medieval boatbuilding, especially notable after another similar boat was found nearby in 17 years.