2025 Excavation Season Begins at Amos Ancient City: A Journey into History Continues
The Amos Ancient City, located in the Marmaris district of Muğla, has officially begun its 2025 excavation season. Supported under the “Heritage for the Future” project by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the archaeological digs enter their fifth year with the goal of uncovering more of the site’s historical richness. The excavations are
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
No Ancient Superhighway: Europe’s Erdstall and the Reality of the Scotland-Türkiye Tunnel
The internet continues to buzz with the fascinating concept of a vast, prehistoric tunnel network stretching from the Scottish Highlands across the European continent to Türkiye. This intriguing narrative, often shared on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, conjures images of a sprawling ancient world hidden beneath our feet. However, a closer examination of
1100-Year-Old Mystery Unveiled: Rare Sealed Amphora Discovered on Turkish Shipwreck
Underwater excavations off the coast of Kaş, Antalya, in southwestern Türkiye, continue to yield fascinating insights into ancient Mediterranean seafaring and trade. A team led by Associate Professor Dr. Hakan Öniz from Akdeniz University has been exploring a shipwreck dating back 1,100 years to the Abbasid rule (9th-10th centuries). The discoveries highlight the crucial role
2,000-Year-Old Garland Sarcophagus Unearthed in “City of Gladiators,” Stratonikeia
The ancient city of Stratonikeia, located in the Yatağan district of Muğla and known as the “City of Gladiators,” has revealed another significant historical treasure. During excavation work in the ancient city, which is on UNESCO’s Tentative World Heritage List and considered one of the largest marble cities in the world, a magnificent garland sarcophagus
A treasure hunter claims to have located the site of the First Council of Nicaea, a pivotal event in Christian history
Mustafa Uysal, a treasure hunter in Bursa, has made a striking claim, announcing his discovery of an underground city in the Orhangazi district. According to Uysal, this discovery indicates that the First Council of Nicaea, a significant event in Christian history, was actually convened in this underground city, contrary to traditional historical understanding. Stating that
Ancient City of Tralleis to Open to Visitors in July 2025
The ancient city of Tralleis, considered one of the first settlements of Aydın and having hosted numerous civilizations throughout its history, is preparing to open its doors to visitors in July 2025, with ongoing excavation works and completed projects. Located in the Efeler district of Aydın and believed to be one of the region’s earliest
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
Shocking Claim at the Historical Eflatunpınar Hittite Water Monument: Sewage Water Mixed In, Thousands of Visitors at Risk!
A shocking claim has caused great concern in the region surrounding the 800-year-old Eflatunpınar Hittite Water Monument in Beyşehir district of Konya, a site that dazzles with its history: sewage water has allegedly mixed with the monument’s water source. It is stated that the monument, which hosts thousands of visitors due to the belief that
Astonishing Kültepe Tablets: Some Everyday Turkish Words Date Back 4,500 Years
Remarkable findings are emerging from the ongoing excavations at Kültepe-Kanesh-Karum, one of Türkiye’s longest-running archaeological sites. Led by Prof. Dr. Fikri Kulakoğlu, the excavations of Assyrian cuneiform tablets dating back approximately 4,500 years have revealed traces of certain Turkish words commonly used today. Located on the Kayseri-Sivas highway, Kültepe has been shedding light on Anatolian