2025 Excavation Season Begins at Blaundos Ancient City
The 2025 excavation season has officially commenced at the Blaundos Ancient City, located in the Ulubey district of Uşak, western Türkiye. This year’s archaeological efforts will focus on three major areas of the site: the northern temple, the ancient stadium, and the colonnaded street. Experts believe these areas may reveal new insights into the city’s
A Historical Discovery in Türkiye’s Black Sea Region: Rabat Monastery Captivates Visitors
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
Discover a Roman-Era Route Hidden in Türkiye’s Taurus Mountains
Far from the busy beaches of Antalya lies a hidden treasure for history lovers and adventure seekers alike: an ancient Roman trade route winding through the forested hills of the Taurus Mountains. In the quiet district of Akseki, this recently restored path—once a vital artery of the Silk Road—offers travelers a unique opportunity to walk
The Phaistos Disc: An Unsolved Mystery at the Heart of Minoan Civilization
Discovered over a century ago in the ruins of a Bronze Age palace on the island of Crete, the Phaistos Disc remains one of archaeology’s most intriguing enigmas. Etched with strange symbols arranged in a spiraling sequence, this small clay object continues to captivate researchers and enthusiasts alike with the promise of a lost language,
Two Young Brothers Donate a Rare Byzantine Signet Ring to the Troy Museum
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
Ancient City Gate and Shops Unearthed at Hecate Lagina Sanctuary in Muğla, Türkiye
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
2025 Excavation Season Begins at the Ancient City of Tralleis: Aydın’s Historical Treasure Set to Open for Visitors
In the central district of Efeler in Aydın, one of Türkiye’s significant archaeological sites dating back to antiquity, the 2025 excavation season has officially begun at the ancient city of Tralleis. First initiated in 1996, the excavations are now entering their 29th year. The work continues uninterrupted under the “Heritage for the Future” project by
Ephesus Museum: A Journey from Mycenaean Civilizations to the Ottoman Era in 4,000 Artifacts
Located in the historical town of Selçuk in Türkiye’s İzmir province, the Ephesus Museum offers an extraordinary journey through time with its vast collection of approximately 4,000 artifacts. Stretching from the Mycenaean period (1600–1100 BCE) to the Ottoman era, the museum is a cultural bridge between ancient civilizations and modern-day visitors. Curated under the Turkish
Selime Cathedral: A Majestic Rock-Cut Structure in the Heart of Cappadocia
Selime Cathedral, located in the Selime village of Güzelyurt district in Aksaray Province, rises magnificently at the end of the stunning Ihlara Valley in the heart of Cappadocia. This impressive structure is considered one of the largest rock-cut cathedrals not only in Cappadocia but also in the world. With its historical depth, architectural features, and
6,000-Year-Old Sacred Hearths Restored in Türkiye
Two sacred hearths dating back to the Late Chalcolithic – Early Bronze Age (4000-3200 BCE) have been unearthed and meticulously restored following archaeological excavations at Tadım Castle and Mound, located near Tadım Village in the Elazığ province of eastern Türkiye. Adorned with stylized human and bull figures, these remarkable hearths offer significant insights into the