Aphrodisias: The Sculptural Capital of the Ancient World and the Magic of Marble
A hidden paradise in Aydın’s Karacasu district: Aphrodisias. This unique city, one of the most important art and culture centers of the ancient world, is dedicated to Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty. However, what truly brought fame to Aphrodisias was its unparalleled mastery in sculpture and the magic of marble. The Dance of
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
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
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
King Croesus: Ruler of Wealth, Prophecies, and Tragedy
King Croesus, more commonly known as Karun, was a ruler of the Kingdom of Lydia in the 6th century BC, who etched his name in history with his extraordinary wealth. The phrase “to be as rich as King Croesus” is still used today to express extreme wealth. However, Croesus’s story is woven not only with
“Hittites” Exhibition in South Korea
The “Hittites” exhibition, featuring 212 artifacts brought from Türkiye, has opened at the Baekje Museum in Seoul, the capital of South Korea. The exhibition showcases significant artifacts from the Hittite civilization, selected from the museums in Çorum, Boğazköy, and Alacahöyük. During the opening of the exhibition, Birol İnceciköz, the General Director of Cultural Heritage and
The Side Museum, where Side Inscriptions are Exhibited, was Reopened to Visitors
The museum, which features artifacts from the Late Bronze Age, Hellenistic, Roman, and Byzantine periods, has recently reopened to visitors following extensive restoration work, particularly showcasing Side inscriptions for the first time. Located in the ancient city of Side in the Manavgat district of Antalya, the Side Museum, converted from an ancient bathhouse dating back