Excavation of Thrace’s Oldest Known Thracian Settlement Underway in Tekirdağ: Temple of Hera and Sacred Area of the God of Health Discovered
In the Süleymanpaşa district of Tekirdağ, an important archaeological excavation is underway on the shores of the Marmara Sea. Led by Professor Dr. Neşe Atik, the excavations aim to unearth the earliest known Thracian settlement in the Thrace region. This ancient settlement, with a history spanning approximately 5,000 years and dating back to the 3rd
Irgandı Bridge: The World’s First Bazaar Bridge Defying Time with Its 583-Year History
In the heart of Bursa, a unique structure bearing the traces of the Ottoman Empire rises: the Irgandı Covered Bridge. Built in 1442, this historical bridge stands out not only as a landmark of Bursa but also as the world’s first covered bridge. With its 583-year history, the Irgandı Bridge is like a time tunnel,
Small Hagia Sophia Poterna from the Eastern Roman Period Buried in the Ground Due to Lack of Maintenance
In the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire, Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul), Emperor Justinian I and his wife Theodora built the Small Hagia Sophia Poterne for security purposes on the sea side of the walls. This historical structure has an estimated history of approximately 1500 years. However, neglect and lack of maintenance have caused it to
A 2200-Year-Old Well-Preserved Mosaic Unearthed in Assos
Archaeologists have discovered a well-preserved 2200-year-old mosaic during ongoing excavations in the ancient city of Assos. The team also found an 1800-year-old monumental tomb. Location and Historical Significance Assos lies in Behramkale village, within the Ayvacık district of Çanakkale. This ancient city has a rich history that dates back to the 9th century BC. It
500-year-old Gazi Mihal Bath to be transformed into a ‘fragrance’ museum
The 15th-century Ottoman masterpiece, Gazi Mihal Bath, will be transformed into a ‘Fragrance’ or ‘Cheese’ museum after its restoration. The Gazi Mihal Bath was commissioned by Gazi Mihal Bey in 1422. It is located along the Tunca River on the Edirne-Kapıkule road and is part of a complex that includes a bridge and a mosque.
The farmer plowing his field discovered an ancient stone lid and a column capital
In the historic city of İznik, an important site in Anatolia, a farmer discovered an ancient stone lid and a column capital while plowing his field. The lid of the sarcophagus, which was unearthed from the ground, features intricate patterns, including a cross motif. The sarcophagus, along with human bones and other artifacts, has been
A ticket for a theater from the Roman period made of fired clay was found in western Türkiye
A ticket made of fired clay, believed to be from the Roman period, was found in the ancient city of Prusias Ad Hypium located in Düzce, western Türkiye. Archaeologists uncovered a figurine depicting Aphrodite and a Thyrsus figure, both believed to be from the Roman period, in addition to the theater ticket. The ancient city
Apollonia ad Rhyndacum ancient city’s theater had a “private” spectator seating area
A reserved spectator seat for an individual has been discovered in the theater section of the Apollonia ad Rhyndacum archaeological site in the Nilüfer district of Bursa. The name of the ancient city of Apollonia ad Rhyndacum is derived from Apollo, one of the important gods in Greek mythology, and means “Apollonia by the Rhyndakos.”
Agriculture and animal husbandry have been practiced on Gökçeada, the world’s first Cittaslow island, for 8,800 years
Archaeologists have discovered evidence indicating that agriculture and animal husbandry were practiced 8,800 years ago on Gökçeada, the world’s first Cittaslow island. Archaeologists researching the food economy at Uğurlu-Zeytinlik Mound, located on Gökçeada, Türkiye’s largest island, have made significant findings. The excavations have been ongoing since 2009 under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Burçin Erdoğu
Traces of Thracians are unearthed in the ancient city of Heraion-Teikhos, the city of Hera
Hera’s City Heraion-Teikhos Ancient City, located within the borders of Tekirdağ province, has hosted different civilizations, especially Thracians. Traces of Thracians were found in the excavations carried out in the ancient city since 2000. Statues of the mother goddess and the god of health, a tumulus, a pharmaceutical furnace and various coins were found in