Mysterious Discovery in the Depths of Lake Van: Ancient Tower and Wall Remains Unearthed
Lake Van, Türkiye’s largest lake, continues to reveal its secrets. Led by Underwater Image Director Tahsin Ceylan, a team of divers discovered the remains of an ancient tower and wall at a depth of 15 meters off the coast of Akdamar Island. This discovery sheds light on the thousands of years of history of Lake
First Archaeological Evidence of Extreme Asceticism Discovered in Jerusalem
In an ancient Byzantine monastery near Jerusalem, the remains of a woman buried with 30 iron rings attached to her body have been found. This discovery represents the first archaeological evidence of extreme asceticism among female monks, a phenomenon previously known only from historical texts. Researchers from the Israel Antiquities Authority and the Weizmann Institute
Tomb Discovered in Croatia Reveals Touching Story of Twins in Ancient Rome
Recent archaeological excavations in Trogir (ancient Tragurium), Croatia, have revealed a remarkable and heartbreaking discovery dating back to the 1st and 2nd centuries AD: the remains of twin babies buried side by side. This significant find, uncovered at the Dragulin cemetery near the ancient city of Tragurium, not only highlights the burial practices of the
They Were Caught Trying to Sell a Medieval Mummy in Niğde
The Niğde Provincial Gendarmerie Command teams apprehended 6 individuals red-handed who were attempting to sell a human mummy, believed to be from the Middle Ages, in a successful operation. During the raid in the Bor district, the mummy seized at the residence of a person named H.G. was found in a preserved state of bodily
A protective roof is being built at Karahantepe, which sheds light on the Neolithic Period
Karahantepe, one of Şanlıurfa’s important Neolithic settlements, continues to make a name for itself with ongoing excavations. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism has taken action to protect the unique artifacts unearthed in this unparalleled archaeological site, contemporary with Göbekli Tepe, under the “Heritage for the Future Project.” Prof. Dr. Necmi Karul shared important information
Archaeological Surface Survey Begins in Ancient Selinus City
Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University (ALKÜ) is launching a comprehensive archaeological surface survey in and around the Ancient City of Selinus. This significant project aims to illuminate the thousands of years of history of the region, tracing the traces of Anatolia’s ancient civilizations. With the mission of contributing to the historical and cultural heritage of the
Discovery of Ancient Port Infrastructure at Asini: Findings That Reshape Mediterranean Maritime History
A groundbreaking discovery has emerged from the submerged site of Asini, located near Tolo in Argolis, Greece, where an international team of underwater archaeologists has uncovered significant remnants of an ancient port infrastructure. This finding is expected to transform our understanding of maritime history in the Mediterranean. The research is part of a larger underwater
1100-Year-Old Olive Seeds Discovered in the Gaza Wreck: A First in Türkiye’s Underwater Archaeology
In the Mediterranean waters off Türkiye, 1100-year-old olive seeds have been discovered in a shipwreck that set sail from the Gaza coast and sank in a storm near Antalya. This exciting find has thrilled scientists, as Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hakan Öniz and his team uncovered these seeds during underwater excavation work, which had never been
The 3,500-Year-Old Hittite Linen Fabric Discovered 30 Years Ago is Being Exhibited for the First Time
The 3500-year-old Hittite linen fabric, unearthed during archaeological excavations at the Şapinuva archaeological site in Çorum’s Ortaköy district in 1995, has been exhibited for the first time at the Çorum Museum. This rare find provides significant information about the Hittites’ textile technology and cultural heritage. This priceless piece of fabric, found during excavations led by
Ancient Irrigation System Discovered in the Eridu Region of Southern Iraq
An international team of archaeologists and geologists has discovered an extraordinarily well-preserved ancient irrigation network in the Eridu region of southern Iraq, dating from the 6th millennium BCE to the 1st millennium BCE. This finding offers significant insights into early agricultural practices in Mesopotamia, shedding light on ancient water management skills. Agricultural activities in Mesopotamia