2025 Excavation Season Begins at the Ancient City of Tralleis: Aydın’s Historical Treasure Set to Open for Visitors
In the central district of Efeler in Aydın, one of Türkiye’s significant archaeological sites dating back to antiquity, the 2025 excavation season has officially begun at the ancient city of Tralleis. First initiated in 1996, the excavations are now entering their 29th year. The work continues uninterrupted under the “Heritage for the Future” project by
Ephesus Museum: A Journey from Mycenaean Civilizations to the Ottoman Era in 4,000 Artifacts
Located in the historical town of Selçuk in Türkiye’s İzmir province, the Ephesus Museum offers an extraordinary journey through time with its vast collection of approximately 4,000 artifacts. Stretching from the Mycenaean period (1600–1100 BCE) to the Ottoman era, the museum is a cultural bridge between ancient civilizations and modern-day visitors. Curated under the Turkish
Selime Cathedral: A Majestic Rock-Cut Structure in the Heart of Cappadocia
Selime Cathedral, located in the Selime village of Güzelyurt district in Aksaray Province, rises magnificently at the end of the stunning Ihlara Valley in the heart of Cappadocia. This impressive structure is considered one of the largest rock-cut cathedrals not only in Cappadocia but also in the world. With its historical depth, architectural features, and
6,000-Year-Old Sacred Hearths Restored in Türkiye
Two sacred hearths dating back to the Late Chalcolithic – Early Bronze Age (4000-3200 BCE) have been unearthed and meticulously restored following archaeological excavations at Tadım Castle and Mound, located near Tadım Village in the Elazığ province of eastern Türkiye. Adorned with stylized human and bull figures, these remarkable hearths offer significant insights into the
At the Ancient City of Kadyanda, Brutal Pankration Competition Shows were Organised
Surface surveys conducted in the ancient city of Kadyanda, situated at an altitude of 1 kilometer above sea level in the Yeşilüzümlü neighborhood of Fethiye district in Muğla, Türkiye, have revealed that pankration competitions, one of the ruthless sports of the ancient era, were held in this mountain city of Northern Lycia in the 2nd
Historic Restoration at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque: Main Dome Under Renovation
A significant phase has been reached in the ongoing restoration and reinforcement works at the 1486-year-old Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque. The most comprehensive reinforcement and restoration process in the structure’s history has begun on its main dome. The works, carried out by the General Directorate of Foundations, are being conducted under the meticulous supervision of
Restoration Efforts Revitalize Ancient Majesty at Persepolis
Restoration work has resumed at key heritage sites within Persepolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site in southern Iran, following a pause during the Nowruz holidays. Projects are underway at the Apadana Palace, the rock-carved tomb of Artaxerxes III, and the southern inscription of the Terrace (Takhtgah), all remnants of the ancient Achaemenid Empire (c. 550–330
The 2200-Year-Old Assembly Building of Stratonikeia, The City of Gladiators, will Return to its Old Days
The 2200-year-old assembly building of the Ancient City of Stratonikeia, known as the “city of gladiators” in the Yatağan district of Muğla and included in the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List, is being restored to its former glory with meticulous work carried out under the “Legacy for the Future” project. This unique ancient city, bearing
In Troy, Wine Was a Drink for the Common People, Not Just the Elite
In the Ancient City of Troy, where legends and realities intertwine through thousands of years of history, the belief that wine was a luxury drink exclusive to the elite has been radically changed by a scientific study. A collaborative effort by archaeologists from the Universities of Tübingen, Bonn, and Jena has proven that wine was
Mosaic Discovery Illuminates History in Elazığ’s Salkaya Village, Excavation Area to be Expanded
A 84-square-meter floor mosaic, accidentally discovered in Elazığ’s Salkaya Village, is shedding light on the region’s history. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s General Directorate of Cultural Heritage and Museums has placed this significant discovery under protection by declaring the area an archaeological site. Additionally, it has been decided to expand the excavation area due