Ancient Two-Story Stoa Unearthed in Assos Reflects Hellenistic Royal Architecture
Archaeologists in the ancient city of Assos have begun uncovering a monumental 3,500-year-old stoa—an architectural structure once used as a covered walkway or gathering space in classical Greece. Stretching 110 meters in length and spanning two stories, the stoa is believed to represent a hallmark of Hellenistic royal design, reflecting the influence of Pergamon kings
1,600-Year-Old Set of Weights Shaped as Ancient Greek Letters Discovered in Uzuncaburç Ancient City
Archaeologists uncover a complete weighing system from Late Antiquity during excavations in southern Türkiye A team of archaeologists has uncovered a rare 1,600-year-old weighing set — including five iron weights shaped as Ancient Greek letters — during excavations at Uzuncaburç, an ancient city located in the Silifke district of Mersin, southern Türkiye. The discovery sheds
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
Archaeologists Discover Tombs at the Underwater Basilica in İznik
The historic town of İznik, located in Türkiye’s Bursa province, is once again in the spotlight due to an extraordinary archaeological discovery beneath the waters of Lake İznik. Archaeologists have unearthed ancient Christian tombs surrounding the submerged basilica, shedding new light on the area’s religious and cultural significance. Unearthing the Past Beneath the Lake First
Ancient City Gate and Shops Unearthed at Hecate Lagina Sanctuary in Muğla, Türkiye
Excavations continue at the Hecate Lagina Sanctuary, one of the most important ancient religious centers in western Türkiye. Located in the Yatağan district of Muğla, the site is revealing remarkable new findings, including the ancient city gate and commercial structures believed to be shops used by ancient visitors before entering the sanctuary. 134 Years of