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A treasure hunter claims to have located the site of the First Council of Nicaea, a pivotal event in Christian history

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A treasure hunter claims to have located the site of the First Council of Nicaea, a pivotal event in Christian history

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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

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The genetic study show that sheep were first raised in Central Anatolia

Scientists have conducted a significant genetic study showing that early domesticated sheep originated in Central Anatolia. This research highlights humanity’s transition to a settled lifestyle. An international team, led by geneticists from Trinity College and zooarchaeologists from LMU Munich and the Bavarian State Collections of Natural History (SNSB), analyzed 118 genomes from archaeological bones. These

2000-Year-Old Roman Bath Columns Restored to Their Former Glory

The 2000-year-old Roman bath columns of the ancient city of Stratonikeia, known as the “City of Gladiators”, have been successfully restored. Stratonikeia, located in the Yatağan district of Muğla, is one of the largest marble cities in the world. Archaeological excavations in the city, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List, continue under

1500-Year-Old Bronze Object Used as a Beverage Filter Discovered in Hadrianopolis Excavations

1500-Year-Old Bronze Object Used as a Beverage Filter Discovered in Hadrianopolis Excavations

Excavation efforts at the ancient city of Hadrianopolis have uncovered a bronze artifact believed to date back to the 5th century AD. This item, identified as a beverage filter, was found in the Eskipazar district of Karabük, Turkey. Historical Importance of Hadrianopolis Founded during the reign of Roman Emperor Hadrian II, Hadrianopolis emerged as a

Traces of the Santorini Volcano Eruption and Tsunami Victims Found on Türkiye's Coastline

Traces of the Santorini Volcano Eruption and Tsunami Victims Found on Türkiye’s Coastline

In recent days, a swarm of earthquakes in the Aegean Sea has alarmed the residents of Santorini, leading to a rapid evacuation of the island, which has now transformed into a deserted landscape. Some seismologists suggest that this earthquake activity may be a precursor to a volcanic eruption. The recent seismic events brought to mind

Small Hagia Sophia Poterna from the Eastern Roman Period Buried in the Ground Due to Lack of Maintenance

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

Preserving Adult, Child, and Cat Mummies at Aşıklı Höyük with Climate Control

Preserving Adult, Child, and Cat Mummies at Aşıklı Höyük with Climate Control

The adult, child, and cat mummies found during the 1989 excavations at Aşıklı Höyük are preserved using climate control methods. Aşıklı Höyük is one of the oldest known settlements in the world, dating back about 12,000 years. This Neolithic site is located near Kızılkaya village in the Gülağaç district of Aksaray. The Aksaray Museum displays

The only Parthian stone relief in Iran's Fars province restored

The only Parthian stone relief in Iran’s Fars province restored

Restoration Completed for the Only Parthian Stone Relief in Iran’s Fars Province The only Parthian stone relief in Iran’s Fars province has been restored, according to Mohammad Sabet-Eqlidi, the head of tourism for the province. This important artifact is located in the ancient city of Qir. Sabet-Eqlidi reported that the relief, found in an open

A Roman Temple Inscribed with "Cova de les Dones" Discovered

A Roman Temple Inscribed with “Cova de les Dones” Discovered

A team of researchers from the universities of Alicante (UA) and Zaragoza (Unizar) has made an exciting discovery at Cova de les Dones. This site is one of the largest rock art locations on the Iberian Peninsula. The team found a Roman temple, fifteen Roman inscriptions, and a coin from Emperor Claudius’s reign. Importance of

Gavur Beşiği Cave

Gavur Beşiği Cave: A Hidden Byzantine Sanctuary

Nestled in the lush Çamlık Nature Monument of Konya’s Derebucak district, Gavur Beşiği Cave is a hidden paradise. It captivates visitors with its natural beauty and historical significance. Locals also call it the “Painted Cave,” and it awaits discovery like a treasure trove. Whispers of History: Traces of the Past Gavur Beşiği Cave is relatively

Roman-British Coins Hoard Unearthed Near Utrecht, Netherlands

Roman-British Coins Hoard Unearthed Near Utrecht, Netherlands

In 2023, two metal detectorists found a remarkable collection of 404 silver and gold coins near Bunnik in the province of Utrecht. This discovery ranks among the most significant finds of Roman and British coins in Europe. Archaeologists uncovered this unique hoard in the northern border region of the Roman Empire, now part of the

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