Nearly Intact 1,500-Year-Old Mosaic Unearthed in Ancient City of Dara, Türkiye
Archaeologists working in the ancient city of Dara, located in Türkiye’s southeastern province of Mardin, have uncovered a remarkably well-preserved 1,500-year-old mosaic floor. The discovery, made in a former Roman residential area, is being hailed as one of the most significant finds in recent years. The excavation is part of the Turkish Ministry of Culture
The World’s Oldest Known House Model, Dating Back 12,000 Years, Is on Display in Türkiye
A 12,000-year-old architectural model—believed to be the oldest house model ever discovered—has been unearthed at Çayönü Hill in Diyarbakır, Türkiye, and is now on public display at the Diyarbakır Museum. The Çayönü archaeological site, located in the Ergani district of southeastern Türkiye, continues to offer groundbreaking insights into the origins of settled life. Among the
Ancient Tomb Discovered at Urfa Castle: Could It Belong to the Abgar Dynasty?
Archaeological excavations at the historic Urfa Castle in southeastern Türkiye have led to a remarkable discovery that may shed new light on the region’s ancient past. A rock-cut tomb dating back to Late Antiquity has been uncovered on Dambak Hill, just south of the iconic Balıklıgöl. Experts believe the tomb may be linked to the
Queen’s Tombs of the Kommagene Kingdom to Be Unveiled at Karakuş Tumulus in Adıyaman
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism has announced plans to excavate the queen’s tombs at the Karakuş Tumulus, located in Adıyaman, Türkiye. These tombs are believed to belong to Isas, the wife of King Antiochos I, their daughter Antiokhis, and granddaughter Aka of the ancient Kommagene Kingdom. Following detailed georadar and geophysical surveys that identified
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
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.
Commagene Kingdom’s Monument Defying Time: Sesönk Tumulus
In the mystical geography of Adıyaman, the Sesönk (Dikilitaş) Tumulus rises like a whisper from beyond time. This ancient structure is the 2060-year-old resting place of II. Mithridatis, son of Commagene King I. Antiochos. Bearing traces of luxury and splendor, this tumulus, with its rock-carved chambers and massive stone mound, holds a captivating mystery. Unlike
Rare Roman Period Columbariums Discovered in Şanlıurfa Being Documented
Roman Era columbariums have been discovered in Şanlıurfa, home to unique archaeological sites such as Göbekli Tepe and Karahantepe, described as the “zero point of civilization.” The rare Roman Era columbariums discovered in Senem Caves in the Haliliye district and in a citizen’s garden in Bozova are being recorded as part of the Cultural Inventory
Karahantepe to Welcome Visitors in 2025
Rising in the mystical atmosphere of Şanlıurfa, in the shadow of Göbekli Tepe, Karahantepe draws attention as an important archaeological site that unlocks the secrets of the Neolithic Age. The impressive artifacts unearthed since the excavations began in 2019 transform Karahantepe from just an archaeological site into a time journey that sheds light on human
A protective roof is being built at Karahantepe, which sheds light on the Neolithic Period
Karahantepe, one of Şanlıurfa’s important Neolithic settlements, continues to make a name for itself with ongoing excavations. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism has taken action to protect the unique artifacts unearthed in this unparalleled archaeological site, contemporary with Göbekli Tepe, under the “Heritage for the Future Project.” Prof. Dr. Necmi Karul shared important information