Ancient Treasures of Ainos Unearthed in Northwestern Türkiye: Now on Display in Edirne Museum
The Edirne Archaeology and Ethnography Museum, located in the historic region of Thrace in northwestern Türkiye, invites visitors on a fascinating journey through time with its remarkable collection of artifacts unearthed from the ancient city of Ainos (modern-day Enez). One of Thrace’s Oldest Museums, Rich in Heritage According to Kemal Soytürk, Director of Edirne’s Provincial
Unearthing Labraunda: The Sacred Mountain Sanctuary of Ancient Caria Revealed
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,
Ancient Roman-Era Kilözü Tumulus in Bolu Declared Protected Archaeological Site
The Kilözü Tumulus, located in the village of Kilözü in Bolu’s Mudurnu district and believed to date back to the Roman era, has officially been declared a 1st-degree archaeological site by the Ankara Regional Board for the Protection of Cultural Heritage. The decision came following a detailed application by the Bolu Museum Directorate and field
Illegal Excavation Uncovers 2,000-Year-Old Roman Mosaic in Zile
In Zile, a district in Türkiye, four individuals conducting an illegal excavation uncovered a 2,000-year-old Roman mosaic. The operation carried out by gendarmerie forces led to the recovery of the historical artifact and the arrest of those involved in the excavation. Illegal Excavation Reveals a Hidden Roman Treasure The Gendarmerie Command in Zile discovered that
3,000-Year-Old Fish Lake in Ancient Erzen City Set to Open for Tourism in Batman, Türkiye
In Türkiye’s southeastern Batman province, the historically rich Fish Lake located in the ancient city of Erzen is set to welcome visitors as part of a new eco-cultural tourism initiative. Erzen, an ancient settlement in Kozluk district with roots stretching back over three millennia, is gaining renewed attention thanks to recent restoration and development projects.
2025 Excavation Season Begins at Amos Ancient City: A Journey into History Continues
The Amos Ancient City, located in the Marmaris district of Muğla, has officially begun its 2025 excavation season. Supported under the “Heritage for the Future” project by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the archaeological digs enter their fifth year with the goal of uncovering more of the site’s historical richness. The excavations are
Hyllarima Ancient City’s 2-Kilometer Walls to be Opened to Tourism
The approximately 2-kilometer-long city walls of the ancient city of Hyllarima, located in the Kavaklıdere district of Muğla and home to significant structures from the Classical, Hellenistic, and Roman periods, will be unearthed through meticulous work and will make a significant contribution to cultural tourism. Located in the Derebağ neighborhood, Hyllarima takes its visitors on
Türkiye’s Popular Zeus Cave in Kuşadası Reopens After Safety Measures
The Zeus Cave, located in the Kuşadası district of Aydın and captivating visitors with its natural beauty, had been temporarily closed for safety reasons. This popular spot within the Dilek Peninsula-Great Menderes Delta National Park has now reopened its doors following meticulous work. The cave was closed to visitors as a precaution against identified risks
The Medusa Mosaic in the Ancient City of Kibyra, which was covered during the winter months, was opened to visitors
The historical Kibyra Ancient City in Gölhisar district of Burdur started to welcome its visitors again with the Medusa mosaic, which was taken under protection during the winter months. This unique work, which has a history of about 2000 years, is considered one of the important art examples of the ancient period. The mosaic in
Cattle were domesticated not only in the Middle East but also in Africa, according to Polish archaeologists
A new study conducted by Polish archaeologists reveals that the domestication of cattle was not limited to the Middle East, but also occurred independently in Africa. The examined animal bones indicate that cattle breeding began around 10,000 BC in the Central Nile Valley. These findings suggest that domestication processes took place in both regions during