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Ongoing archaeological excavations in Hyllarima Ancient City, located in the Kavaklıdere district of Muğla, southwestern Türkiye, continue to shed light on the region’s rich past. Known as one of the rare ancient settlements in Anatolia that has remained remarkably well-preserved, Hyllarima is now revealing new secrets—2,400-year-old shop structures located in the heart of the ancient
Dr. Sachihiro Omura, a renowned Japanese archaeologist and one of the key figures in fostering academic and cultural ties between Japan and Türkiye, passed away in Kırşehir. With over five decades of dedication to Anatolian archaeology, Omura left behind an extraordinary legacy. A Scholar’s Journey from Japan to Türkiye Born in Japan in either 1948
“No furniture shall leave the house.”This phrase, inscribed in cuneiform on a clay tablet found at Kültepe (ancient Kaniš), might not sound unfamiliar to the modern legal ear. But its true weight becomes clear when one learns that it dates back to around 1900 BCE—making it one of the earliest known examples of a written
To mark International Museum Day on May 18 and in honor of the 102nd anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye, the “Silent Witnesses of Nicomedia” exhibition has opened at the Kocaeli Archaeology Museum. The exhibit offers a rare glimpse into the ancient city of Nicomedia, showcasing sculptural relics that reflect the grandeur of a Roman
In Western Türkiye, near the modern city of Uşak, the ancient Blaundos city has witnessed an important archaeological restoration. Eight aqueducts dating back over 2,000 years have been carefully uncovered and restored, shedding light on the sophisticated water management systems of the Hellenistic and early Roman periods. Blaundos, originally established as a military garrison by
During foundation excavations in a house in İznik, Bursa, mosaics believed to date back to the time of Jesus Christ were uncovered. This discovery coincides with the recent announcement of Pope Leo XIV, the newly elected leader of the Catholic world, planning a visit to İznik, creating a historic coincidence. The mosaics, found in İznik’s
In a heartwarming act of cultural awareness, two young brothers from Ayvacık, a district in the Turkish province of Çanakkale, donated a rare signet ring believed to date back to the Byzantine Empire to the Troy Museum. Aden Dayangaç, 10, and his older brother Doran Dayangaç, 14, found the artifact near their home in Demirci
Ongoing archaeological and restoration efforts at the ancient city of Labraunda, located in the Milas district of Muğla, Türkiye, are breathing new life into one of Caria’s most sacred religious centers. Supported by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s Heritage for the Future initiative, the project focuses on uncovering monumental terrace walls, ceremonial gates,
An extraordinary archaeological find may rewrite the early history of the Turkic people. In Uzbekistan, researchers have uncovered a 6th-century bronze coin bearing the inscription “Türk-Kağan” — a discovery that could represent the earliest known written record of the word “Türk” in history. The coin is believed to date back to the Western Göktürk Khaganate
Located in the Kaş district of Antalya, Türkiye, the Delikkemer Aqueduct invites visitors on a breathtaking journey through history. Built during the Hellenistic period and extensively used throughout the Roman Empire, this remarkable 22-kilometer waterway once supplied the ancient city of Patara with fresh water. A Walk Through Time: From Mountains to the Sea The
Excavations continue at the Hecate Lagina Sanctuary, one of the most important ancient religious centers in western Türkiye. Located in the Yatağan district of Muğla, the site is revealing remarkable new findings, including the ancient city gate and commercial structures believed to be shops used by ancient visitors before entering the sanctuary. 134 Years of
