September 2024 brought a real avalanche of archaeological discoveries from the area of Türkiye. In this summary, let us focus on the finds announced for the eastern and southeastern parts of the country, frequently overlooked over the much more popular Aegean and Mediterranean regions. Firstly, a massive floor mosaic of 84 square meters, which is thought to belong to the Late Roman or Early Byzantine period, was discovered in the Salkaya village of Elazığ, located in the Eastern Anatolia. Then, the traces of a settlement dating back about 6,000 years were found during excavations at Değirmenler Mound in the eastern province of Erzurum. Next, three bronze shields and a bronze helmet dedicated to Haldi, the chief god of the Urartians, were discovered during excavations at the Ayanis Castle in Van province. What's more, following restoration efforts, 3,000-year-old underground cave dwellings in the country’s eastern province of Mardin’s Midyat have been transformed into a captivating tourist attraction. Finally, archaeological excavations in Sefertepe, located in Türkiye’s Sanliurfa, have uncovered two significant decorative items – one depicting a leopard and the other featuring a vulture and a human figure.
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September 1, 2024
Traces of ancient settlement discovered in eastern mound [[https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/traces-of-ancient-settlement-discovere...
Traces of a settlement dating back about 6,000 years have been found during excavations at Değirmenler Mound in the eastern province of Erzurum. Source: Hürriyet Daily News
September 2, 2024
5,200-year-old houses, artifacts unearthed in Türkiye’s Kulluoba reveal ancient rituals [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/hidden-rituals-kulluoba-47787/]]
In the heart of Eskisehir’s Seyitgazi district lies Kulluoba Hoyuk, a Bronze Age settlement under excavation since 1996. This year, a discovery has sent ripples through the archaeological community – entire houses from 5,200 years ago, along with hearths, ash pits and silos, have been found buried and sealed, suggesting a fascinating and long-lost ritual practice. Source: Türkiye Today
Archeologists reveal ancient Christian history at Türkiye’s Lystra [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/lystra-one-christianity-history-478...
Lystra, a city steeped in ancient history, is finally being brought to light. This historic metropolis, a key player in both religious and world history, has been the subject of intense archaeological interest for over 150 years. Now, excavations are underway, promising to reveal the secrets of this lost city and rewrite our understanding of ancient civilizations. Source: Türkiye Today
Ancient marble idol returned from US on display at Troy Museum during Culture Route Festival [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/6500-year-old-marble-idol-47734/]]
Türkiye celebrates a monumental return of cultural heritage as a 6,500-year-old marble idol, previously smuggled out of the country, is now on display at the Troy Museum. Source: Türkiye Today
Underwater archaeopark in Türkiye’s Kocaeli to immerse visitors in deep history [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/turkiyes-underwater-archaeopark-477...
Discover Türkiye’s first underwater archaeopark in Kocaeli, where diving enthusiasts can explore ancient treasures from the Black Sea. Source: Türkiye Today
September 3, 2024
Türkiye’s ancient necropolis unveiled at 3rd Troas Symposium [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/3rd-troas-symposium-canakkale-48144/]]
The third Troas Symposium, part of the Canakkale Culture Route Festival, was held at the Troy Museum, shedding light on Türkiye’s archaeological treasures. Source: Türkiye Today
Human life traces, ancient tools uncovered in İnkaya Cave [[https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/human-life-traces-ancient-tools-uncove...
Archaeologists have unearthed 86,000-year-old traces of human life and non-in-situ handled tools during the first excavation work at İnkaya Cave in the western province of Çanakkale. Source: Hürriyet Daily News
A ‘Talismanic Grave Tablet’ Believed to Protect From Evil Found in Silifke Castle [[https://arkeonews.net/a-talismanic-grave-tablet-believed-to-protect-from...
During excavations in the Silifke castle located on a hill in the town with the same name in the province of Mersin in south Türkiye, a mysterious burial tablet believed to belong to the Byzantine period and believed to protect from evil was unearthed. Source: Arkeonews
Obsidian from Golludag sheds light on prehistoric trade and migration [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/obsidian-from-golludag-48413/]]
Recent archaeological excavations near Kayirli village in Nigde have revealed obsidian, a volcanic glass, which was utilized across various regions, offering new insights into prehistoric trade and human migration. Source: Türkiye Today
Rising interest in 2,000-year-old giant Mount Nemrut statues in Türkiye [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/rising-interest-in-2000-year-old-gi...
Mount Nemrut, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the Kahta district of Türkiye’s Adiyaman, has recently seen a significant increase in visitors. Source: Türkiye Today
Türkiye’s mudbrick structures from Hittite era fortified by ancient fires [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/turkiyes-mudbrick-structures-48317/]]
Mudbrick structures dating back to the Hittite period, located in Porsuk-Zeyve Hoyuk near the village of Porsuk in Nigde’s Ulukisla district, have withstood the test of time, gaining strength from fires believed to have occurred in the 15th and 16th centuries BC. Source: Türkiye Today
September 4, 2024
Konya’s 5th-century mosaic, artifacts to boost tourism [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/konyas-5th-century-mosaic-48931/]]
Konya is set to enrich its cultural landscape with the unveiling of a fifth-century mosaic and other significant artifacts, thanks to the ongoing efforts as part of the Sukran Mahallesi Urban Transformation Project. Source: Türkiye Today
Ancient 2,700-year-old Bintepeler gold necklace reclaimed by Türkiye from US [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/bintepeler-gold-necklace-48846/]]
In a significant cultural victory, Türkiye has successfully reclaimed a priceless historical artifact—an ancient gold necklace dating back 2,700 years. The Bintepeler Necklace, adorned with pomegranate-shaped gold and red agate beads, has been repatriated following negotiations with the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Source: Türkiye Today
September 5, 2024
Ancient water cistern restored in Türkiye’s Kocaeli: New landmark for Gebze [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/ancient-water-cistern-restored-4917...
An ancient water cistern in Gebze, Kocaeli, dating back to the 10th century, has been meticulously restored, marking a significant achievement in the city’s heritage preservation efforts. Source: Türkiye Today
Dock built by Sultan Mehmed II in Türkiye’s Edirne to be unveiled [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/dock-built-by-sultan-mehmed-ii-4945...
The dock of the Edirne Palace, constructed by Sultan Mehmed II in 1452 along the Tunca River, is set to be unveiled as part of restoration efforts carried out by the Presidency of National Palaces Administration. Source: Türkiye Today
Türkiye’s ancient city of Daskyleion reveals 2,500-year-old dietary habits [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/turkiyes-daskyleion-ancient-city-49...
Ongoing excavations at the ancient city of Daskyleion, located on the shores of Lake Manyas in Bandirma, Balikesir, have provided significant insights into the dietary habits of ancient residents. Source: Türkiye Today
September 6, 2024
3,500-year-old arrowhead and knucklebone found at Türkiye’s Troy [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/arrowhead-and-knucklebone-49830/]]
Recent excavations in the Ancient City of Troy have uncovered a 3,500-year-old arrowhead, knucklebone, and a pointed tool known as a “biz” (bone tools) used for perforating fabrics and leather. Source: Türkiye Today
2,600-year-old Medo-Persian fire altar unearthed in Türkiye’s Oluz Hoyuk [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/2600-yo-persian-fire-altar-49801/]]
Archaeologists excavating Oluz Hoyuk in Goynucek, Amasya, have discovered a 2,600-year-old fire altar that belonged to the Medes. This significant find dates back to the sixth century B.C., when the Medes ruled the region. Source: Türkiye Today
September 8, 2024
3 Bronze Shields and Helmet of 2700 Years Old Belonging to Urartians Found in Ayanis Castle [[https://arkeonews.net/3-bronze-shields-and-helmet-of-2700-years-old-belo...
Three bronze shields and a bronze helmet dedicated to Haldi, the chief god of the Urartians, were discovered during excavations at the Ayanis Castle in Van province in eastern Türkiye. Source: Arkeonews
September 9, 2024
Millefiori Glass Plateques From the 5th Century AD Discovered in the Ancient Lycian City of Myra [[https://arkeonews.net/millefiori-glass-plateques-from-the-5th-century-ad...
One of the six leading cities of ancient Lycia and the birthplace of Santa Claus, the ancient city of Myra and its port, Andriake, yielded very remarkable findings: millefiori (“A Thousand Flowers”) glass plaques. Source: Arkeonews
3,900-year-old cylinder seal, rare sling bullet unearthed in Türkiye [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/3900-year-old-cylinder-seal-50738/]]
In a significant archaeological discovery, a 3,900-year-old cylinder seal and a 3,400-year-old lead sling bullet have been found at the Maydos Kilisetepe Mound in Eceabat, Canakkale. Source: Türkiye Today
Doliche’s 1,600-year-old mosaics to revolutionize Turkish tourism [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/doliches-1600-year-old-mosaics-5069...
One of humanity’s oldest settlements and a crossroads of diverse religions, Gaziantep’s ancient city of Doliche is set to shine as a tourist destination. The approximately 1600-year-old mosaics found in the ancient city’s church have recently been restored, showcasing their historical grandeur. Source: Türkiye Today
September 10, 2024
Hittite-era fortifications found at 9,000-year-old Yumuktepe in Türkiye [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/italian-palumbi-yumuktepe-50899/]]
Archaeological excavations at the 9,000-year-old Yumuktepe Hoyuk in Mersin, Türkiye, continue under the leadership of professor Giulio Palumbi from Italy’s Bari Aldo Moro University. The latest season of digging has uncovered significant findings, including evidence of Hittite-period fortifications and medieval stone foundations. These discoveries shed light on the ancient civilizations that once thrived in the region. Source: Türkiye Today
Türkiye’s ancient Hekate Temple rises again: Major restoration underway [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/ancient-hekate-temple-in-mugla-5111...
2,100-year-old Hekate Temple, the classical goddess of crossroads, doors, night, magic, witchcraft, and ghosts, is being reconstructed in the Yatagan district of Mugla, Türkiye. Source: Türkiye Today
September 11, 2024
Türkiye’s first necropolis museum illuminates 2,300 years of history [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/turkiye-first-necropolis-museum-517...
The Antalya Necropolis Museum, Türkiye’s first museum of its kind, opened last year and offers visitors a glimpse into 2,300 years of ancient burial traditions. The museum, which houses a necropolis dating back to the 3rd century BC, sheds light on burial practices from the ancient world. Source: Türkiye Today
9 Byzantine-era tombs uncovered at Sebaste city revealing ancient secrets [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/tombs-sebaste-ancient-city-51721/]]
Exciting discoveries have emerged from the Sebaste ancient city in Usak, founded by Rome’s first emperor Augustus. Source: Türkiye Today
28 years of passion: Italian archeologist’s deep connection to Arslantepe [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/italian-archaeologist-51636/]]
Italian archaeologist professor Francesca Balossi Restelli, who has been leading the excavations at Arslantepe Hoyuk in Malatya, Türkiye, for 28 years, considers the site her second home. Her journey began in 1996 during her university years, and since then, Arslantepe has become an integral part of her life. Source: Türkiye Today
September 12, 2024
7,600-year-old child skeleton and a silver ring found in Türkiye’s Domuztepe Mound [[https://arkeonews.net/7600-year-old-child-skeleton-and-a-silver-ring-fou...
A child skeleton and a silver ring presumed to be used for babies dating back to 7,600 years ago were found during excavations at Domuztepe Mound (Domuztepe Höyük) in the Türkoğlu district of southern Türkiye’s Kahramanmaraş province. Source: Arkeonews
Excavations in northeast Türkiye uncover medieval Seljuk-era food storage [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/excavations-in-northeast-turkiye-un...
During ongoing excavations at the Ani ruins in Türkiye’s Kars province, archaeologists uncovered a Seljuk-era food storage facility. Source: Türkiye Today
September 13, 2024
Tourist route to be established for famous mosaic-laden Artemis Bath in Hatay [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/mosaic-artemis-bath-in-hatay-52606/]]
Efforts continue to restore the Artemis Bath, located in the ancient city of Epiphaneia in Hatay’s Erzin district, to boost tourism. Source: Türkiye Today
Top 10 must-see ancient mosaics in Türkiye [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/top-10-stunning-ancient-mosaic-5251...
Türkiye has been home to numerous civilizations throughout history, with the Roman and Byzantine Empires particularly known for their breathtaking mosaics. Mosaic art is undoubtedly beautiful, but the creation process is time-consuming. Artists meticulously combined thousands of colored and irregular glass, ceramic, or stone pieces to produce these masterpieces. Source: Türkiye Today
Türkiye’s ancient city Kaunos reveals remains of water system, medical center [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/kaunos-ancient-city-reveals-52679/]]
In the ancient city of Kaunos, located in Mugla’s Koycegiz district and listed on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List, significant findings have come to light during archaeological excavations. Discoveries of a large cistern and surgical tools indicate that the area once functioned as a medical center. Source: Türkiye Today
September 15, 2024
Mystery alphabet at Türkiye’s Cem Castle could reshape Anatolian history [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/mystery-alphabet-on-cem-castle-5317...
The mysterious alphabet text inscribed on the walls of Cem Castle in Osmaniye’s Sumbas district remains an enigma. Source: Türkiye Today
Major restoration reveals Ottoman-era storage jars at Tokat’s Gok Madrasa [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/reveal-ottoman-era-storage-jars-533...
The historic Gok Madrasa in Tokat, an architectural gem built in 1275 by Muineddin Pervane Suleyman, is undergoing an extensive restoration process. Source: Türkiye Today
Crusades Battle relics from 1101 to be unearthed in Türkiye [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/remnant-of-1101-crusades-battle-532...
The Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, in collaboration with the Association for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage through Architectural Restoration, is set to begin excavation efforts in the Eregli district of Konya. Source: Türkiye Today
September 16, 2024
Frescoes at Chapel of St Barbara in Cappadocia under threat [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/frescoes-at-chapel-of-st-barbara-in...
Experts are working on solutions to stop rainwater from damaging the frescoes at the Chapel of St Barbara in Cappadocia, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Source: Türkiye Today
Ancient handprints offer glimpse into life in Türkiye’s past [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/ancient-handprints-in-turkiye-53769/]]
During ongoing excavations in the ancient Hittite city of Kayalipinar, located in the Yildizeli district of Sivas, archaeologists uncovered 3,900-year-old handprints and plaster marks believed to date back to the Assyrian trade colonies period. These findings are considered unique in Türkiye, offering visitors a rare chance to see handprints left by individuals nearly four millennia ago. Source: Türkiye Today
64,000-year-old workshop discovered in Türkiye’s Inkaya Cave [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/64000-yo-turkiyes-inkaya-cave-53709/]]
Archaeologists working in Türkiye’s Inkaya Cave, located in Bahadirli village, Can district of Canakkale, have uncovered a 64,000-year-old workshop, revealing that humans used this space continuously for 24,000 years. The discovery offers significant insights into the daily lives and craftsmanship of early humans. Source: Türkiye Today
Over 2K artifacts discovered in 18 years of excavations at Oluz Hoyuk [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/2000-excavations-at-oluz-hoyuk-5345...
More than 2,000 artifacts from six ancient civilizations have been unearthed over 18 years of excavations at Oluz Hoyuk, located in the Goynucek district of Amasya, Türkiye. These excavations, led by professor Sevket Donmez of Istanbul University’s Archaeology Department, have brought to light a variety of significant finds, including pottery, jewelry and statues. Source: Türkiye Today
World-renowned archaeologists inspect excavations at Türkiye’s ancient city of Satala [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/archaeologists-satala-turkiye-53810/]]
The ancient city of Satala, the only Roman legion fortress in Anatolia that has survived from the Roman Empire’s eastern frontier, recently welcomed a group of world-renowned archaeologists. Source: Türkiye Today
Archaeologists Discovered 8,200-year-old Eyeliner in Türkiye’s Yeşilova Höyük [[https://arkeonews.net/archaeologists-discovered-8200-year-old-eyeliner-i...
During the archaeological excavations in Yeşilova Höyük (Yeşilova Mound) in Bornova district of Izmir, an 8,200-year-old kohl made of stone material was found. Source: Arkeonews
September 17, 2024
Battlefield archaeology controversy in Türkiye’s Canakkale: Inappropriate excavation methods sparks concern [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/battlefield-archaeology-turkiye-541...
The Canakkale Peninsula in Türkiye’s Canakkale province was the scene of some of the bloodiest battles of World War I, and 109 years later, the remnants of the war in the region remain as fresh as the first day. However, excavation efforts in this historic area have been criticized for using methods unsuitable for battlefield archaeology. Source: Türkiye Today
1,700-year-old ancient water channel in Türkiye’s Yalova to boost tourism [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/1700-yo-ancient-water-channel-54068/]]
A significant restoration project is underway to revive a 1,700-year-old Roman water channel located in Tesvikiye, within the Cinarcik district of Yalova. Once completed, this historical marvel is expected to become a captivating new tourist attraction for the region. Source: Türkiye Today
September 18, 2024
3,000-year-old cave dwellings in Midyat opened to visitors [[https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/3-000-year-old-cave-dwellings-in-midya...
Following restoration efforts, 3,000-year-old underground cave dwellings in the country’s eastern province of Mardin’s Midyat have been transformed into a captivating tourist attraction. Source: Hürriyet Daily News
Restoration of robe belonging to Sultan Abdulhamid II completed in Istanbul [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/sultan-abdulhamid-ii-robe-54658/]]
A robe believed to have belonged to Sultan Abdulhamid II has undergone restoration at the Beylerbeyi Sabanci Olgunlasma Institute in Istanbul. Source: Türkiye Today
7,450-year-old silos and stamp seals unearthed at Domuztepe in Türkiye [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/7450-yo-silos-stamp-domuztepe-54633/]]
Significant archaeological discoveries continue to emerge from the Domuztepe Hoyuk excavation in Türkiye’s Kahramanmaras province, where three large silos and stamp seals dating back 7,450 years have been unearthed. Source: Türkiye Today
September 19, 2024
Türkiye reclaims 2,500-year-old bronze kline from Getty Museum in US [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/turkiye-reclaims-bronze-kline-54917/]]
Türkiye has successfully recovered a 2,500-year-old bronze kline, an ancient type of seating. The kline was illegally excavated from a tomb near Manisa in the early 1980s and then smuggled out of the country. Source: Türkiye Today
Mysterious 1,800-year-old Roman gladiator tomb discovered in Türkiye’s Izmir [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/1800-yo-roman-gladiator-izmir-55158/]]
A significant archaeological discovery has been made at Ayasuluk Hill and the St. John Monument in Selcuk, Izmir. Researchers have unearthed a tomb believed to belong to a Roman gladiator. This tomb later reused in the fifth century A.D., contained the remains of 12 individuals. Source: Türkiye Today
Ancient water distribution system discovered at Türkiye’s Bitlis Castle [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/ancient-water-distribution-sys-5510...
Bitlis Castle, a historical site rich in cultural heritage, has revealed an ancient water distribution system dating back approximately 500 years. Recent archaeological excavations led by the Ahlat Museum have uncovered a network of clay pipes, along with architectural structures, coins, pipe stones, pots, lamps, ceramic fragments, glass, metal, and bone artifacts. Source: Türkiye Today
Night Museum Concert Series to begin in Türkiye’s Ephesus [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/night-museum-concert-at-ephesus-549...
The first concert of the Night Museum Concert Series, organized by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s General Directorate of Fine Arts, is set to delight art lovers on Sept. 22. Source: Türkiye Today
Neolithic era human skull discovered in Türkiye’s Sefertepe [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/new-findings-sefertepe-55036/]]
Recent excavations in Sefertepe, part of the “Tas Tepeler (Stone Hills) Project” in Sanliurfa, have unearthed significant evidence regarding Neolithic burial traditions. A human skull discovered during these ongoing digs offers new insights into the funerary rites of the era. Source: Türkiye Today
September 20, 2024
Graffiti removed from Ani’s historic Abughamrent’s Church in Türkiye [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/graffiti-turkiyes-ani-site-55365/]]
Efforts are underway to clean the walls of the Abughamrent’s Church, located within Türkiye’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ani Archaeological Site, which had been defaced by graffiti by thoughtless visitors. Source: Türkiye Today
Turkish bath found atop ancient Roman structure in Türkiye’s Sillyon [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/mystery-sillyon-turkish-bath-55498/]]
Archaeologists working in Sillyon Ancient City, located in Antalya’s Serik district, have uncovered a bath that dates back to the Roman and Turkish Beyliks (or petty kingdoms) period. This remarkable find sheds light on the city’s transformation under Turkish rule and its importance in the region’s historical urban development. Source: Türkiye Today
September 21, 2024
Over 50 Royal Seals Unearthed in 3800-Year-Old Hittite City of Šamuha [[https://arkeonews.net/over-50-royal-seals-unearthed-in-3800-year-old-hit...
Archaeological excavations in Kayalıpınar, a Hittite city in the Yildizeli district of Sivas in the eastern part of the Central Anatolia region of Türkiye, have unearthed over 50 seal impressions from royal family members, including princes, scribes, and local temple lords. Source: Arkeonews
September 22, 2024
New findings shine light on Ottoman maritime history near Datça [[https://www.dailysabah.com/life/history/new-findings-shine-light-on-otto...
Excavation efforts at the Kızlan Ottoman Shipwreck off the coast of Datça in southwestern Türkiye have revealed significant artifacts related to the Ottoman Empire, shedding light on the ship's historical context. Source: Daily Sabah
September 23, 2024
Digs shed light on Neolithic burial traditions [[https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/digs-shed-light-on-neolithic-burial-tr...
A human skull found during excavations in southeastern Türkiye has provided vital new information about mysterious burial traditions near the dawn of human civilization. Source: Hürriyet Daily News
Roman-era statue found in Blaundos [[https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/roman-era-statue-found-in-blaundos-200...
A statue of a woman from the Early Roman Imperial Period has been discovered during the ongoing excavation at the ancient city of Blaundos, located in the Sülümenli village of Ulubey district in the western province of Uşak. Source: Hürriyet Daily News
September 24, 2024
2,000-year-old aqueducts unearthed in Türkiye’s Tyana [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/aqueducts-unearthed-tyana-56870/]]
Excavations in Kemerhisar, a town in Bor, Nigde, are uncovering parts of nearly 2,000-year-old aqueducts that had been buried beneath layers of soil. These significant archaeological efforts aim to restore the aqueducts, bringing the forgotten grandeur of Tyana ancient city back to life. Source: Türkiye Today
Janissary weapons discovered in Ottoman shipwreck [[https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/janissary-weapons-discovered-in-ottoma...
New historical artifacts have been unearthed during the excavation of the Kızlan Ottoman Shipwreck off the coast of Datça in the western province of Muğla. Source: Hürriyet Daily News
Historic ‘buttoned houses’ in Antalya under restoration [[https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/historic-buttoned-houses-in-antalya-un...
Famous for their distinctive architectural style, the historic "buttoned [düğmeli] houses," a popular spot among tourists in the southern province of Antalya, are undergoing restoration to preserve their original charm and will soon welcome visitors once again. Source: Hürriyet Daily News
Prinkipo Greek Orthodox Orphanage: Secret gem on Istanbul’s Buyukada [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/prinkipo-greek-orthodox-orphanage-s...
The Prinkipo Greek Orthodox Orphanage on Buyukada, one of Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands, is a remarkable example of cultural and architectural heritage. Source: Türkiye Today
New discoveries unveiled in Türkiye: Southeast Anatolia’s Neolithic period [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/new-discoveries-cayonu-56897/]]
Ongoing archaeological excavations at Cayonu Tepesi (Cayonu Mound), a significant site in Diyarbakir‘s Ergani district, continue to unveil mysteries of the Neolithic period, which marked the transition from nomadic lifestyles to settled agriculture and animal husbandry. Research efforts that began in 1964 are shedding light on this pivotal era in human history, enhancing our understanding of early civilization. Source: Türkiye Today
September 25, 2024
Türkiye’s groundbreaking discovery: 84 square meter mosaic unearthed [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/discovery-84-sm-ancient-mosaic-5744...
A monumental discovery has been made in Elazig, Türkiye, where an 84-square-meter mosaic from the Late Roman and Early Byzantine period has been unearthed, marking a significant first for the country. Source: Türkiye Today
6,000-year-old shaped skull, 820-bead necklace discovered at Türkiye’s Yassihoyuk [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/6000-year-old-shaped-skull-820-5742...
A remarkable archaeological find has emerged from the Yassihoyuk excavation site in Afsin, Kahramanmaras, where a 6,000-year-old shaped skull has been uncovered. Source: Türkiye Today
Structures of ancient eras uncovered in Assos [[https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/structures-of-ancient-eras-uncovered-i...
Ongoing excavation works at the 7,000-year-old ancient city of Assos, located in the northwestern province of Çanakkale's Ayvacık district, continue to reveal structures from the Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine periods. Source: Hürriyet Daily News
September 26, 2024
Discovery of Seljuk era inscription sheds new light on Türkiye’s Harput Castle [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/seljukinscription-harput-castle-578...
Recent archaeological excavations at Harput Castle in Elazig have revealed significant findings, including an inscription bearing the name of a Seljuk artisan and evidence of glazed ceramic production. Source: Türkiye Today
7,000-year-old settlement discovered at Türkiye’s Pulur Hoyuk [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/7000-year-old-pulur-hoyuk-57851/]]
In the archaeological excavations at Pulur Hoyuk, located in the Aziziye district of Erzurum, Türkiye, remarkable evidence of settled life dating back 7,000 years has been uncovered. Source: Türkiye Today
‘Bintepeler necklace’ on display at Anatolian Civilizations Museum [[https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/bintepeler-necklace-on-display-at-anat...
A 2,700-year-old necklace that was unearthed at the Bintepeler archaeological site in the western province of Manisa and illegally smuggled to the U.S. has been returned to Türkiye after a legal battle and is now at the Anatolian Civilizations Museum in Ankara. Source: Hürriyet Daily News
September 27, 2024
Unique Roman armor displayed at Türkiye’s Gumushane Museum [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/turkiyes-roman-legionary-armor-5864...
A rare and significant discovery has been made at the ancient city od Satala in Sadak village, Kelkit district, where a unique example of “Lorica Squamata,” a type of Roman armor from the Late Roman Period, was unearthed during 2020 excavations. Source: Türkiye Today
Ancient wheat varieties discovered at Türkiye’s Yumuktepe Hoyuk [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/ancient-wheat-yumuktepe-hoyuk-58575/]]
Two types of wheat, dating back 9,000 years, were identified during archaeological studies at Yumuktepe Hoyuk in Mersin, a site rich in the traces of various civilizations. Source: Türkiye Today
Heybeliada Greek Orthodox Seminary reopening efforts gain momentum [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/heybeliada-greek-orthodox-seminary-...
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew has expressed optimism about the reopening of the Heybeliada Greek Orthodox Seminary, also known as Ayatriada Monastery or Halki Seminary. Source: Türkiye Today
September 29, 2024
Massive Roman Mosaic Floor Discovered in Türkiye [[https://arkeonews.net/massive-roman-mosaic-floor-discovered-in-turkiye/]]
A massive floor mosaic of 84 square meters, which is thought to belong to the Late Roman or Early Byzantine period, was discovered by chance while a farmer was excavating for planting saplings in the Salkaya village of Elazığ, located in the Eastern Anatolia region of Türkiye. Source: Arkeonews
Ancient Andriake port set for restoration milestones in Türkiye [[https://www.dailysabah.com/life/history/ancient-andriake-port-set-for-re...
Archaeological work in the ancient port town of Andriake, part of the historic city of Myra in Antalya’s Demre district in southern Türkiye, is progressing under the "Legacy for the Future Project." The project aims to complete the visitor route and preserve structures through conservation efforts at the port's center. Source: Daily Sabah
September 30, 2024
Historic artillery shell found in quake-hit Kahramanmaraş [[https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/historic-artillery-shell-found-in-quak...
A 103-year-old 75-mm artillery shell has been discovered among the ruins of the Şeyh Turan Mosque, destroyed in the deadly earthquakes that struck southern Türkiye in early February of last year, and is now under protection in Kahramanmaraş. Source: Hürriyet Daily News
Ancient jewelry discovered dating back 10,000 years in Turkiye’s Sefertepe [[https://www.turkiyetoday.com/culture/ancient-jewelry-discovered-dating-b...
Archaeological excavations in Sefertepe, located in Türkiye’s Sanliurfa, have uncovered two significant decorative items – one depicting a leopard and the other featuring a vulture and a human figure. Source: Türkiye Today
