Turkish Archaeology Student Awarded Prestigious Fellowship for Groundbreaking Research on Ancient Lycia
Batuhan Özdemir’s critical study of 19th-century British perceptions of Lycia earns him a coveted BIAA–Bilkent postdoctoral fellowship, spotlighting Türkiye’s growing presence in international archaeology. A major success in Anatolian heritage studies has emerged from the UK, where Turkish archaeology student Batuhan Özdemir has been awarded a prestigious postdoctoral fellowship jointly supported by the British Institute
1,400-Year-Old Intact Bronze Cauldron Discovered in the Mosaic House at Pergamon
An exceptionally well-preserved bronze cauldron, dating back approximately 1,400 years, has been unearthed during archaeological excavations in the ancient city of Pergamon, located in the Bergama district of İzmir, western Türkiye. The cauldron was found in its original position, inside a pool situated in the stone courtyard of a building complex known as the “Mosaic
Gökçeada: Home to the Earliest Agricultural Village in the Aegean Islands
Archaeological excavations on Türkiye’s Gökçeada (Imbros) have revealed the earliest known agricultural and livestock-based village settlement among the Aegean Islands. The Uğurlu-Zeytinlik mound, located on the island’s western coast, has been under systematic excavation for 15 years under the direction of Prof. Dr. Burçin Erdoğu from Akdeniz University, with the support of the Turkish Ministry
3,200-Year-Old Bronze Armor Unearthed in South Moravia Sheds Light on Trojan War Era
A remarkable archaeological discovery has been made in South Moravia, Czech Republic: a 3,200-year-old fragment of bronze armor, dating back to the same period as the legendary Trojan War. The Brno City Museum recently revealed the find, calling it one of the most significant Bronze Age discoveries ever made in the region. A Glimpse into
1,600-Year-Old Luxury Roman Villa Discovered in Tripolis: Guests Were Served Fish Raised in the Courtyard Pool
In the ancient city of Tripolis, located in Denizli’s Buldan district in western Türkiye, ongoing excavations have revealed a striking new find—a large and luxurious Roman-era villa spanning 1,500 square meters. With four rooms, two grand halls, a columned gallery, and a specially designed fish pool, this structure is believed to have hosted the elite
3,000-Year-Old Lead-Free Eyeliner Discovered in Iran Reveals Ancient Cosmetic Innovation
Archaeologists in northwestern Iran have uncovered a groundbreaking 3,000-year-old eyeliner made from natural minerals—without any lead—offering rare insight into the beauty rituals and technological sophistication of Iron Age societies. In a remarkable discovery from the Iron Age III period (7th–9th centuries BCE), researchers have identified an entirely lead-free eyeliner formula in the Kani Koter cemetery,
Ancient Roman Bathhouse Discovered Beneath Farmland in Eastern Anatolia
Archaeologists have uncovered a 1,700-year-old Ancient Roman bathhouse in a field in the village of Salkaya, located in Elazığ province in eastern Anatolia. The discovery, which was made possible through ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and systematic excavations, offers valuable insights into the region’s Roman past and is believed to have belonged to an elite social class
Illegal Excavation in Türkiye’s Tokat Uncovers Rare Roman Mosaic
An illegal excavation in the Zile district of Tokat province has led to the unexpected discovery of a colorful Roman-era mosaic, shedding new light on the region’s rich and ancient history. Archaeologists believe the intricately designed floor mosaic may have once adorned a public building during the Roman period. Tokat is known as one of
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
1,600-Year-Old Set of Weights Shaped as Ancient Greek Letters Discovered in Uzuncaburç Ancient City
Archaeologists uncover a complete weighing system from Late Antiquity during excavations in southern Türkiye A team of archaeologists has uncovered a rare 1,600-year-old weighing set — including five iron weights shaped as Ancient Greek letters — during excavations at Uzuncaburç, an ancient city located in the Silifke district of Mersin, southern Türkiye. The discovery sheds