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The ancient city of Tralleis, located in the Efeler district of Aydın, Türkiye, is expected to open to visitors in August 2025 following long-term archaeological and restoration work. The project is part of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s “Heritage for the Future” initiative, which focuses on reviving historically significant sites across the country. Excavation
A long-forgotten Roman-era bath complex has resurfaced in public attention, thanks to a recent cultural tour organized by the Kırşehir City Council. Dubbed the “Ephesus of Central Anatolia,” the ancient site near the village of Büyükteflek in Kırşehir’s Çiçekdağı district continues to reveal its secrets beneath the soil. The archaeological site, located in the Kale
Located in the Arpaçay Valley of Kars, Türkiye, the Ani Archaeological Site, a UNESCO World Heritage location, stands out not only with its multicultural heritage but also with its magnificent city walls, which have remained standing for over a millennium. Ani: The Cradle of Civilizations Throughout its long history, Ani was ruled by various civilizations
A mosaic floor estimated to be around 1,500 years old has been uncovered during infrastructure work in the city of Kahramanmaraş, located in southern Türkiye. The discovery was made within the borders of the ancient city of Germanicia, during a reconstruction project on Tevfik Kadıoğlu Boulevard in the Bağlarbaşı neighborhood, part of the city’s post-earthquake
Situated near the town of Yatağan in Muğla Province, southwestern Türkiye, the Lagina Sanctuary of Hekate is one of the most significant ancient religious centers dedicated to Hekate, the goddess of magic, crossroads, and the underworld. At its core stands the remarkable Hekate Temple, a masterpiece of Hellenistic architecture and symbolic storytelling that sheds light
A remarkable 1,000-year-old sundial, recently unearthed in the ancient city of Ani—located near Türkiye’s eastern border with Armenia—has been unveiled to the public for the first time. This rare medieval timekeeping instrument was discovered during archaeological excavations at a historic bath complex within the site and is now being exhibited at the Kars Museum. Ani,
Located in northeastern Türkiye’s Artvin Province, near the border with Georgia, the historic Rabat Monastery fascinates history and culture enthusiasts with its architectural features and hidden passages. Nestled in a lush forested valley, this medieval structure offers an immersive journey through time. Situated in Çamlık (Rabat) Village, part of the Ardanuç district, the monastery lies
ANKARA, Türkiye – A groundbreaking archaeological discovery has emerged from the heart of Anatolia. In the ancient city of Gordion, a newly unearthed wooden burial chamber—believed to belong to the Phrygian royal family—has captivated historians and archaeologists worldwide. Announced by Turkey’s Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, the find is being hailed as
The Karatepe Inscriptions, located in the Kadirli district of Osmaniye, Türkiye, and listed in the UNESCO Memory of the World Register, continue to shed light on ancient civilizations through ongoing archaeological research. Associate Professor Dr. Faris Demir of Osmaniye Korkut Ata University emphasizes the global importance of these bilingual inscriptions. Found in the open-air museum
Located in the heart of western Türkiye, the Manisa Museum has reopened its doors to visitors after a 25-year closure. Now housed in a new, modern facility in the Yunusemre district, the museum offers a comprehensive view of Anatolia’s cultural and historical richness — spanning from the Paleolithic Age to the Ottoman Empire. A New
The conquest of Constantinople in 1453 marked not only the rise of a new political era but also the beginning of a fascinating intellectual transformation. Under the rule of Sultan Mehmed II, often known as Mehmed the Conqueror, the Ottoman court became a unique space where religious leaders, philosophers, and scholars from various backgrounds engaged
