Esatlı Rock Inscriptions Reveal That Turkish Migrations to Anatolia Occurred Earlier Than Previously Thought
Turkish tribes initiated a westward migration wave from the lands known as Central Asia. The Turkish people who migrated westward in two major branches reached Anatolia in one branch, while the other branch moved towards Europe through the Russian steppes. According to official history, the Turks’ adoption of Anatolia as their homeland began with the
Hittite Empire’s Mysterious Tablets Reborn in the Digital World: TLHdig 0.2 Released
Thousands of cuneiform tablets discovered in Boğazköy-Hattuşa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, belonging to the Hittite Empire that ruled from around 1650-1200 BC, have been made accessible to researchers and students through a digital tool. This innovative platform, called Thesaurus Linguarum Hethaeorum Digitalis (TLHdig), provides online access to sources in Hittite and other Anatolian languages,
Pessinus: The Mysterious Home of Cybele in the Heart of Anatolia
Located in Ballıhisar village, 13 kilometers south of Sivrihisar on the Ankara-Eskişehir highway, Pessinus Ancient City hosts thousands of years of history hidden in the depths of Anatolia. This ancient city carries the traces of the past to the present with excavations started by Belgium Ghent University in 1967 and continued by Australia Melbourne University.
500-Year-Old Mosque’s Wall Paintings Made with Egg White
In Tuğlacık Village of Yağlıdere district in Giresun, the Hacı Abdullah Mosque, standing as if a time capsule, fascinates visitors with its 500-year history. What sets this mosque apart is the captivating paintings adorning its walls, preserving their original vibrancy for centuries. These unique artworks, created using natural dyes and egg white, leave onlookers in
Madduwatta, the Rebellious King Bound by Hittite Oaths
In the 1700s BC, the country of Hatti was threatened with collapse due to external attacks and internal conflicts. During this period, small kingdoms emerged in Anatolia. An Indo-European people called the Nešili settled in the Hatti Country, establishing the Hittite State with their capital at Hattuša, which had been cursed by Anitta, the son
5,000-Year-Old Fortress Discovered in Romanian Forests with LiDAR Technology
Deep within the dense forests of Romania’s Neamț region, archaeologists have uncovered the remnants of a 5,000-year-old fortress with the aid of LiDAR technology. This significant discovery has brought to light the intricate details of the ancient structure, which dates back to the transition period from the Neolithic to the Bronze Age. LiDAR Technology Enabled
500-Year-Old Treasure in the Namibian Desert: The Incredible Discovery of the Sunken Portuguese Ship Bom Jesus
The world of archaeology was shaken by an extraordinary discovery in the Namibian desert. The Portuguese ship Bom Jesus (Good Jesus), which sank 500 years ago, emerged as a treasure chest full of gold coins and priceless historical artifacts. This discovery is much more than just finding a shipwreck; it’s a time capsule that sheds
Göbekli Tepe Exhibition Reaches 5 Million Visitors at the Colosseum, Heart of Rome
Göbekli Tepe, the oldest temple in human history, was reborn in the heart of Rome, at the Colosseum Archaeological Park. The exhibition titled “Göbekli Tepe: The Mystery of a Sacred Site” has achieved great success by hosting 5 million visitors since it opened its doors on October 24, 2024. This success, crowned by the statements
Mysterious Cult Center Dedicated to Artemis Tauropolos Discovered in Ancient Amphipolis
Archaeological excavations in the ancient city of Amphipolis, located in northern Greece, have unearthed a cult center dating back to the 4th century BC, believed to be dedicated to the hunting goddess Artemis Tauropolos. The team led by Professor Dimitris Damaskos of the University of Patras discovered the remains of a rectangular mudbrick structure during
The 2700-Year-Old Ancient City of Attouda That Minted Its Own Coins
Located in the Sarayköy district of Denizli, Hisar Village, nestled in the heart of the Çürüksu Valley, is home to a rich heritage stretching from ancient times to the present day. The ancient city of Attouda, hidden within the village, offers visitors a journey through time. The Deep History of the Ancient City of Attouda