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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,
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
Archaeological excavations in the Ghozza region of Egypt have uncovered compelling evidence that some workers in a gold mine dating back approximately 2,300 years to the Ptolemaic period were slaves. The iron shackles discovered at the excavation site indicate that forced labor was widespread in gold mining during this era. The research, led by historian
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
Roman Era columbariums have been discovered in Şanlıurfa, home to unique archaeological sites such as Göbekli Tepe and Karahantepe, described as the “zero point of civilization.” The rare Roman Era columbariums discovered in Senem Caves in the Haliliye district and in a citizen’s garden in Bozova are being recorded as part of the Cultural Inventory
A boat-shaped mound in the Durupinar Formation near Mount Ararat in Türkiye has ignited interest among experts who believe it may be the fossilized remains of Noah’s Ark. This formation, studied by an international research team since 2021, is thought to have been submerged during a catastrophic flood approximately 5,000 years ago. Durupinar Formation: Clues
Failaka Island has once again proven its significance on the stage of history with recent archaeological excavations. The discovery announced by the Kuwait National Council for Culture, Arts, and Letters (NCCAL) includes a large water well found in the courtyard of a magnificent house dating back to the 7th and 8th centuries AD in the
In the Gereme region of Develi district in Kayseri, an agricultural calendar discovered by chance in 2013 and determined to be from the Roman Era holds a unique place in world archaeological literature. This discovery provides significant evidence that Gereme was a center for agriculture and agricultural education during that period. The stones, preserved by
Rising in the mystical atmosphere of Şanlıurfa, in the shadow of Göbekli Tepe, Karahantepe draws attention as an important archaeological site that unlocks the secrets of the Neolithic Age. The impressive artifacts unearthed since the excavations began in 2019 transform Karahantepe from just an archaeological site into a time journey that sheds light on human
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
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,
