Tuesday, July 1 2025
Çatalhöyük

Anatolian News . Central Anatolia

Around 9,000 Years Ago: What Role Did Women Play in Çatalhöyük Society? New Discoveries Reveal Insights

Written by

Located in central Anatolia, the ancient settlement of Çatalhöyük continues to provide valuable insights into early human civilization. Recent interdisciplinary research has revealed that women held a significant role in shaping social structures nearly 9 millennia ago. An international team of scientists from Turkey, Denmark, Sweden, and the US examined the genetic makeup of 131

Traces of the Santorini Volcano Eruption and Tsunami Victims Found on Türkiye's Coastline

Traces of the Santorini Volcano Eruption and Tsunami Victims Found on Türkiye’s Coastline

In recent days, a swarm of earthquakes in the Aegean Sea has alarmed the residents of Santorini, leading to a rapid evacuation of the island, which has now transformed into a deserted landscape. Some seismologists suggest that this earthquake activity may be a precursor to a volcanic eruption. The recent seismic events brought to mind

Small Hagia Sophia Poterna from the Eastern Roman Period Buried in the Ground Due to Lack of Maintenance

Small Hagia Sophia Poterna from the Eastern Roman Period Buried in the Ground Due to Lack of Maintenance

In the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire, Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul), Emperor Justinian I and his wife Theodora built the Small Hagia Sophia Poterne for security purposes on the sea side of the walls. This historical structure has an estimated history of approximately 1500 years. However, neglect and lack of maintenance have caused it to

Preserving Adult, Child, and Cat Mummies at Aşıklı Höyük with Climate Control

Preserving Adult, Child, and Cat Mummies at Aşıklı Höyük with Climate Control

The adult, child, and cat mummies found during the 1989 excavations at Aşıklı Höyük are preserved using climate control methods. Aşıklı Höyük is one of the oldest known settlements in the world, dating back about 12,000 years. This Neolithic site is located near Kızılkaya village in the Gülağaç district of Aksaray. The Aksaray Museum displays

The only Parthian stone relief in Iran's Fars province restored

The only Parthian stone relief in Iran’s Fars province restored

Restoration Completed for the Only Parthian Stone Relief in Iran’s Fars Province The only Parthian stone relief in Iran’s Fars province has been restored, according to Mohammad Sabet-Eqlidi, the head of tourism for the province. This important artifact is located in the ancient city of Qir. Sabet-Eqlidi reported that the relief, found in an open

A Roman Temple Inscribed with "Cova de les Dones" Discovered

A Roman Temple Inscribed with “Cova de les Dones” Discovered

A team of researchers from the universities of Alicante (UA) and Zaragoza (Unizar) has made an exciting discovery at Cova de les Dones. This site is one of the largest rock art locations on the Iberian Peninsula. The team found a Roman temple, fifteen Roman inscriptions, and a coin from Emperor Claudius’s reign. Importance of

Gavur Beşiği Cave

Gavur Beşiği Cave: A Hidden Byzantine Sanctuary

Nestled in the lush Çamlık Nature Monument of Konya’s Derebucak district, Gavur Beşiği Cave is a hidden paradise. It captivates visitors with its natural beauty and historical significance. Locals also call it the “Painted Cave,” and it awaits discovery like a treasure trove. Whispers of History: Traces of the Past Gavur Beşiği Cave is relatively

Roman-British Coins Hoard Unearthed Near Utrecht, Netherlands

Roman-British Coins Hoard Unearthed Near Utrecht, Netherlands

In 2023, two metal detectorists found a remarkable collection of 404 silver and gold coins near Bunnik in the province of Utrecht. This discovery ranks among the most significant finds of Roman and British coins in Europe. Archaeologists uncovered this unique hoard in the northern border region of the Roman Empire, now part of the

Archaeologists discover Urartian house remains from the 6th entury BC in Armenia

Archaeologists discover Urartian house remains from the 6th entury BC in Armenia

A team of Armenian-Polish archaeologists has made significant discoveries at the Davti Blur archaeological site. They found Urartian house remains from the 6th century BC, a cremation cemetery, and evidence of a powerful earthquake. Dr. Mateusz Iskra, a team member, explains that Davti Blur translates to “David Hill” in Armenian. This name likely refers to

This mirror, believed to have come from the Iranian palace, offers advice

This mirror, believed to have come from the Iranian palace, offers advice

A remarkable 19th-century mirror, believed to have come from the Qajar Dynasty palace in Iran, draws attention for its thought-provoking inscriptions. This unique piece, known as the “Advisory Mirror,” is currently on display at the Diyarbakır Museum. The mirror features several profound sayings, including: “Ettukâ reîsü’l-ahlâkı (Takvâ is the essence of morality),” “Ezellü’n-nâsi men ehâne’n-nâse

,

Ancient underground city discovered in Abarkuh, Iran

Researchers have uncovered an underground city beneath five historic houses in Abarkuh, a city in Iran’s Yazd Province. Located about 140 kilometers southwest of Yazd, Abarkuh plays a key role in the “golden triangle” formed by Shiraz, Yazd, and Isfahan. This strategic location has made it an important settlement throughout history. The research team continues

1 16 17 18 19 20 81