2,000-Year-Old Roman Pool Still Supplies Water in Satala, Türkiye
In the Kelkit district of Gümüşhane, the Satala Ancient City houses a remarkable 2,000-year-old Roman pool that once served Roman legionaries and still meets the drinking and irrigation needs of the nearby Sadak village. Located in the heart of Satala, the pool is considered one of the most significant structures of the ancient city. While
Mosaic Clues Suggest Roman General’s Residence in Ancient İznik
A stunning new archaeological discovery in the ancient city of İznik (ancient Nicaea), Türkiye, has revealed Roman-era graves and vibrant mosaics — possibly part of a noble residence once belonging to a Roman general. Archaeologists from the İznik Museum Directorate uncovered three new burial plots and a basilica floor decorated with colorful mosaics in the
Excavations Resume at Komana: Sacred City of the Anatolian Goddess Ma
Archaeologists have resumed excavations at the ancient city of Komana in Tokat, northern Türkiye, a sacred site once dedicated to the powerful Anatolian goddess Ma. The 2025 season began in early July and will continue until August 15, led by Prof. Dr. Burcu Erciyas of the Middle East Technical University (METU), with the support of
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 Resume at Kurul Fortress, Home to the 2,100-Year-Old Mother Goddess Cybele Statue
Kurul Fortress, perched atop the historic heights of Ordu, has earned its place in archaeological literature as the site where the remarkable 2,100-year-old Mother Goddess Cybele statue was uncovered. Now, the ongoing excavations are preparing to enter their 16th season. Recognized as one of the earliest archaeological fortress excavations in the Black Sea region, Kurul
Traces of Humanity Stretch Back 400,000 Years: Striking Discoveries in Uluköy Cave
Archaeological excavations in Uluköy Cave, located in Mardin’s Kızıltepe district in southeastern Türkiye, have revealed evidence of human presence dating back 400,000 years. From obsidian tools to animal remains, the discoveries shed new light on the deep roots of human history in Anatolia. The First and Only Cave Excavation in Northern Mesopotamia Uluköy Cave, nestled
The Mystery of Two Circular Structures Discovered in Hadrianopolis Ancient City is Being Uncovered
Ongoing excavations in the Hadrianopolis Ancient City, located in Eskipazar district of Karabük, Türkiye, have revealed two circular-plan structures identified through ground-penetrating radar (GPR). Their functions are now being investigated as part of a broader archaeological effort. Once an important settlement during the Late Chalcolithic, Roman, and Early Byzantine periods, Hadrianopolis is known for its
Ancient Roman Stadium of Bithynia in Bolu to Become Türkiye’s New Archaeological Highlight
The recently excavated ancient Roman stadium in the historic region of Bithynia, located near Bolu in northwestern Türkiye, is poised to open as a major archaeological attraction by the end of 2025. Discovered in 2008, this rare example of Roman sports architecture is the first stadium uncovered in Bithynia, a region rich in classical heritage
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
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