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This article summarises the archaeological evidence for the existence of Evagoras' naval harbour at Salamis in North Cyprus, which ancient texts credit him with building c.410-400 BC. Based on a critical examination of previous surveys and his own on-site observations, the author concludes there is indicative evidence of a constructed harbour c.800 m long, which was divided into two basins by a stone jetty, separated from the city by a stone wall and with some evidence of ship-sheds at its north end. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]