Excavations Begin at Termessos, the City Alexander the Great Refused to Attack: Ancient Monumental Tomb Will Be Unearthed
Nestled within the Güllük Dağı National Park in Antalya, Türkiye, the ancient city of Termessos is now witnessing a significant historical moment. For the first time, official archaeological excavations have begun in this remarkably well-preserved site. The project, jointly conducted by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism and Antalya Bilim University, aims to unearth
Historic Ani Cathedral Under Restoration: Reopening as a Mosque Under Consideration
One of Kars’ most significant cultural heritage sites, the Ani Cathedral (Surp Asdvadzadzin), is undergoing extensive restoration. Upon completion, authorities are considering opening the historic structure to visitors as a mosque. Located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ani Archaeological Zone, the cathedral was built in the late 10th century during the rule of
Ancient Nomadic Burial Mounds Unearthed in Mongolia Reveal Turkish-Mongol Cultural Legacy
Joint archaeological excavations led by Turkish and Mongolian scholars are shedding new light on the burial traditions of nomadic civilizations that once roamed the vast Eurasian steppes. As part of the “Culture of Horsemen” project, carried out in collaboration between Istanbul University and Mongolian State University, archaeological excavations have resumed in the Tuv Province of