“Early Anatolian Gene” Discovered in Girmeler Mound in Western Türkiye
A groundbreaking discovery has been made during archaeological excavations at the Girmeler Mound Settlement in the Seydikemer district of Muğla. Ancient DNA analysis conducted on human skeletons unearthed at the site has revealed a genetic heritage referred to as the “early Anatolian gene.” This finding has the potential to fundamentally alter existing knowledge about the
Agriculture and animal husbandry have been practiced on Gökçeada, the world’s first Cittaslow island, for 8,800 years
Archaeologists have discovered evidence indicating that agriculture and animal husbandry were practiced 8,800 years ago on Gökçeada, the world’s first Cittaslow island. Archaeologists researching the food economy at Uğurlu-Zeytinlik Mound, located on Gökçeada, Türkiye’s largest island, have made significant findings. The excavations have been ongoing since 2009 under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Burçin Erdoğu