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Kurul Fortress

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Excavations Resume at Kurul Fortress, Home to the 2,100-Year-Old Mother Goddess Cybele Statue

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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

Rabat Monastery

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

Royal Tomb Discovered in Ancient Gordion: Monumental Find Sheds New Light on King Midas’ Legacy

Royal Tomb Discovered in Ancient Gordion: Monumental Find Sheds New Light on King Midas’ Legacy

ANKARA, Türkiye – A groundbreaking archaeological discovery has emerged from the heart of Anatolia. In the ancient city of Gordion, a newly unearthed wooden burial chamber—believed to belong to the Phrygian royal family—has captivated historians and archaeologists worldwide. Announced by Turkey’s Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, the find is being hailed as

Karatepe Inscriptions

The Karatepe Inscriptions in the UNESCO Memory of the World Register May Help Decipher Ancient Civilizations

The Karatepe Inscriptions, located in the Kadirli district of Osmaniye, Türkiye, and listed in the UNESCO Memory of the World Register, continue to shed light on ancient civilizations through ongoing archaeological research. Associate Professor Dr. Faris Demir of Osmaniye Korkut Ata University emphasizes the global importance of these bilingual inscriptions. Found in the open-air museum

Manisa Museum Reopens After 25 Years: A Journey Through 12,000 Years of History

Located in the heart of western Türkiye, the Manisa Museum has reopened its doors to visitors after a 25-year closure. Now housed in a new, modern facility in the Yunusemre district, the museum offers a comprehensive view of Anatolia’s cultural and historical richness — spanning from the Paleolithic Age to the Ottoman Empire. A New

Mehmed the Conqueror and the Orthodox Intellectuals

Mehmed the Conqueror and the Orthodox Intellectuals: A Forgotten Chapter of Interfaith Dialogue

The conquest of Constantinople in 1453 marked not only the rise of a new political era but also the beginning of a fascinating intellectual transformation. Under the rule of Sultan Mehmed II, often known as Mehmed the Conqueror, the Ottoman court became a unique space where religious leaders, philosophers, and scholars from various backgrounds engaged

Discover a Roman-Era Route Hidden in Türkiye’s Taurus Mountains

Discover a Roman-Era Route Hidden in Türkiye’s Taurus Mountains

Far from the busy beaches of Antalya lies a hidden treasure for history lovers and adventure seekers alike: an ancient Roman trade route winding through the forested hills of the Taurus Mountains. In the quiet district of Akseki, this recently restored path—once a vital artery of the Silk Road—offers travelers a unique opportunity to walk

Conservation Underway on 1,500-Year-Old Mosaic in Türkiye’s Ancient City of Perre

Preserving the Past: Conservation Underway on 1,500-Year-Old Mosaic in Türkiye’s Ancient City of Perre

In the heart of southeastern Türkiye, a remarkable 1,500-year-old floor mosaic is being preserved as part of ongoing conservation efforts in the ancient city of Perre. Located in Adıyaman province, the ancient city of Perre—one of the five major cities of the Kingdom of Commagene—is home to a stunning 125-square-meter mosaic dating back to the

Besmi Island shipwreck

Shipwreck Discovered Near Türkiye’s Besmi Island Reveals Ancient Trade Secrets Beneath the Waves

Off the southern coast of Türkiye, the turquoise waters of Kaş have once again revealed a stunning archaeological treasure—this time in the form of a centuries-old shipwreck near Besmi Island, a historic waypoint on ancient maritime trade routes. Nestled between Türkiye’s Kaş district and Greece’s Kastellorizo (Meis) Island, Besmi Island has long attracted archaeologists and

Şarhöyük

The Hittites’ Gateway to the West: Archaeological Excavations Continue at Şarhöyük, Eskişehir

Just a few kilometers from the heart of Eskişehir, central Türkiye, lies Şarhöyük, an archaeological treasure trove that offers a window into thousands of years of Anatolian history. Identified with the ancient city of Dorylaion, this site is now at the center of a major excavation project revealing the layers of civilizations that once flourished

Evil Eye Bead

The Evil Eye Bead: A Thousand-Year Stare and the Power to Ward It Off

Some gazes feel heavy—like they pierce right through you. Your chest tightens, your energy shifts. This ancient fear, that a look could carry harm, has followed humanity for millennia. And to that invisible threat, people across time have offered the same silent defense: the evil eye bead, or Nazar Boncuğu. Today, it’s a charm hanging

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