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Anatolian News . Southeastern Anatolia
Written by Andrew Loral
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.
Archaeologists have discovered a well-preserved Roman dog skeleton beneath a stone foundation in Velzeke, near Zottegem (East Flanders). Over 700 traces dating from the 1st to 3rd centuries AD were found in the 1,000 square meter area. The dog unearthed during the excavation is reported to be unique and is being examined by the Museum
In Tuğlacık Village of Yağlıdere district in Giresun, the Hacı Abdullah Mosque, standing as if a time capsule, fascinates visitors with its 500-year history. What sets this mosque apart is the captivating paintings adorning its walls, preserving their original vibrancy for centuries. These unique artworks, created using natural dyes and egg white, leave onlookers in
In Akçadağ district of Malatya, the hidden paradise of Eastern Anatolia, the “Küçükkürne caves,” bearing the traces of millions of years of geological formations and ancient civilizations, are being prepared to be opened for tourism. Shaped by tectonic movements approximately 50 million years ago, these caves resemble an open-air museum with their Hittite and Roman
In Farley Wood forest near Matlock in Derbyshire, England, archaeologists have unearthed a mysterious ceremonial stone circle dating back 3,700 years to the Bronze Age. What was initially thought to be a solitary standing stone, the Farley Moor standing stone, has been discovered to be part of a much larger ceremonial site. Excavations conducted
In the 1700s BC, the country of Hatti was threatened with collapse due to external attacks and internal conflicts. During this period, small kingdoms emerged in Anatolia. An Indo-European people called the Nešili settled in the Hatti Country, establishing the Hittite State with their capital at Hattuša, which had been cursed by Anitta, the son
Deep within the dense forests of Romania’s Neamț region, archaeologists have uncovered the remnants of a 5,000-year-old fortress with the aid of LiDAR technology. This significant discovery has brought to light the intricate details of the ancient structure, which dates back to the transition period from the Neolithic to the Bronze Age. LiDAR Technology Enabled
A 84-square-meter floor mosaic, accidentally discovered in Elazığ’s Salkaya Village, is shedding light on the region’s history. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s General Directorate of Cultural Heritage and Museums has placed this significant discovery under protection by declaring the area an archaeological site. Additionally, it has been decided to expand the excavation area due
The world of archaeology was shaken by an extraordinary discovery in the Namibian desert. The Portuguese ship Bom Jesus (Good Jesus), which sank 500 years ago, emerged as a treasure chest full of gold coins and priceless historical artifacts. This discovery is much more than just finding a shipwreck; it’s a time capsule that sheds
During historical and cultural studies conducted in the Alekseevski municipal district of Tatarstan, an archaeological complex consisting of two burial grounds and a settlement from the Bulgar-Golden Horde period was discovered. This complex, comprising “Sakon Cemetery I,” “Sakon Cemetery II,” and “Sakonskoye Settlement IV,” offers a glimpse into the lives and burial practices of medieval
Göbekli Tepe, the oldest temple in human history, was reborn in the heart of Rome, at the Colosseum Archaeological Park. The exhibition titled “Göbekli Tepe: The Mystery of a Sacred Site” has achieved great success by hosting 5 million visitors since it opened its doors on October 24, 2024. This success, crowned by the statements
