Skull Found 100 Years Ago Not Belonging to Cleopatra’s Sister Revealed
A recent study has revealed that a skull found in Izmir in 1929, which was long thought to belong to Cleopatra’s sister IV. Arsinoe, actually belongs to a young child. In 1929, archaeologists discovered the skull in the Oktagon structure at the ancient city of Ephesus. Later, in 1982, the rest of the skeleton was
The rare painted “Artemis” bust is exhibited at the Bolu Museum
The rare painted “Artemis” bust, discovered during a construction excavation in the 1970s, is currently on display at the Bolu Museum. This approximately 2,000-year-old artifact is notable for having retained its original colors. The Bolu Chamber of Commerce and Industry aims to increase the bust’s visibility through a 3D modeling project. A Valuable Artifact for
The farmer plowing his field discovered an ancient stone lid and a column capital
In the historic city of İznik, an important site in Anatolia, a farmer discovered an ancient stone lid and a column capital while plowing his field. The lid of the sarcophagus, which was unearthed from the ground, features intricate patterns, including a cross motif. The sarcophagus, along with human bones and other artifacts, has been
The remaining piece of the 2000-year-old mosaic has been waiting to be removed from the barn for 22 years
The remaining piece of a 2000-year-old mosaic, believed to belong to the Roman period, has still not been removed after 22 years. The Tepecik Mosaic, located in the Sivas Archaeology Museum, was discovered on the floor of a barn in the Gürün district of Sivas. The Roman-period floor mosaic, found in a citizen’s barn in
Rich Viking women’s graves have been discovered in Norway
An important historical discovery from the Viking Age has been made at the Skumsnes farm in Fitjar, located on the west coast of Norway. Excavations dating back to the early ninth century uncovered three graves belonging to high-status women. This discovery offers an opportunity to gain more insight into prehistoric life and Viking culture in
More than 1.2 million people have visited the ‘Göbekli Tepe’ exhibition opened at the Colosseum to date
The ‘Göbekli Tepe’ exhibition, showcased in the iconic Colosseum of Ancient Rome, attracted great interest with 1.2 million visitors, bringing together history enthusiasts and culture lovers. This impressive exhibition provides visitors with information about the discovery and significance of Göbekli Tepe, while also immersing them in the mystical atmosphere of the ancient era. This unique
The restoration of the Ancient Roman Road in the capital of Türkiye is nearing completion
The restoration work of the Ancient Roman Road, hidden among modern buildings in the heart of Ankara, the capital of Türkiye, is nearing completion. The Roman Road, located in the Ulus district of Ankara, is approximately 216 meters long and 6.7 meters wide. The road is paved with limestone, known for its durability. On both
The dome of Hagia Sophia will be dismantled for restoration
Hagia Sophia, one of the most famous structures in the world, will have its dome dismantled for restoration. As one of the most important examples of Byzantine architecture, Hagia Sophia is notable for the size of its dome and the grandeur of its interior decorations. Once serving as a museum, Hagia Sophia was reopened for
The Crown Prince and Princess of Japan will visit the archaeological site associated with Prince Mikasa in Türkiye
Japan’s Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko will visit Türkiye on Tuesday for a goodwill visit to commemorate the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Türkiye. The long-standing friendship between Türkiye and Japan was highlighted by the Ertuğrul frigate disaster that occurred on September 15, 1890. On September 15, 1890, the Ertuğrul
The 2,000-year-old fig located in Ireland will shed light on trade between the Roman Empire and Ireland
Archaeologists from University College Dublin discovered a 2,000-year-old fig during an archaeological excavation at a headland in Drumanagh, North Dublin. The discovered 2,000-year-old fig sheds light on the foods traded between the Roman Empire and Ireland thousands of years ago. The area in Drumanagh where the excavation took place was an important trade center for