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A Newly Discovered Human Sculpture Embedded in Gobeklitepe’s Walls Sheds Light on Neolithic Rituals
An extraordinary archaeological find in Turkey’s ancient sanctuary Archaeological excavations in Gobeklitepe, the world’s oldest known temple complex located in Şanlıurfa, Turkey, have revealed a breathtaking discovery: a life-sized human sculpture deliberately embedded horizontally into a wall. This unique artifact, which appears to have been placed as part of a ritual offering, adds a new […] More
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8,000-Year-Old Ceramic Fragments Discovered at Arslantepe Höyük: Insights into Anatolia’s Ancient Civilizations
8,000-Year-Old Ceramic Fragments Unearthed at Arslantepe Höyük in Malatya, Turkey Malatya, Turkey – Archaeologists have made a remarkable discovery at Arslantepe Höyük, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Eastern Anatolia. During surface excavations, researchers have uncovered ceramic fragments dating back approximately 8,000 years, revealing new insights into one of Anatolia’s oldest urban settlements. Prof. Dr. […] More
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Ancient Idols Unearthed at Tavşanlı Höyük: 4,500-Year-Old Bronze Age Discoveries in Western Anatolia
Ankara – In a remarkable breakthrough for archaeology, Turkish researchers have uncovered a collection of 4,500-year-old idols and ritual objects at Tavşanlı Höyük, one of Western Anatolia’s most significant Bronze Age centers. These extraordinary artifacts, crafted from marble, bone, and terracotta, provide unprecedented insight into the spiritual and cultural life of ancient Anatolian societies. Minister […] More
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3,500-Year-Old Ancient Tableware Unearthed in Turkey’s Karahöyük: A Glimpse into Hittite Daily Life
Archaeologists in central Turkey have made a discovery that offers a rare glimpse into the daily life, trade, and rituals of the Hittite civilization. During excavations at Karahöyük, located in the Meram district of Konya, researchers unearthed a 3,500-year-old set of tableware, including a pitcher, a clover-shaped spouted jug, a plate, and a handled cup. […] More
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Ancient Roman Healing Fountain in Turkey Set to Flow Again After 1,850 Years
Antalya, Turkey – Deep within the historic landscapes of Demre, a unique piece of Roman heritage is preparing to return to life. Archaeologists have revealed that the 1,850-year-old nymphaion (a monumental fountain built over a sacred spring) in the ancient city of Myra will soon be restored to its original function, offering healing waters to […] More
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Secrets of the World’s First City-State Unearthed at Arslantepe Mound in Turkey
Arslantepe Mound, a 7,000-year-old archaeological site located in Malatya, Türkiye, continues to shed light on the origins of statehood and complex societies. Listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, Arslantepe is recognized as the birthplace of one of the earliest known city-states in history, offering researchers a unique opportunity to decode the roots of governance, […] More
From Hero to Villain: The Dark Legacy of Gilles de Rais, France’s Forgotten Marshal
History has an unsettling way of turning celebrated heroes into figures of horror. Few stories illustrate this as vividly as that of Gilles de Rais (1404–1440), a wealthy French nobleman and one-time war hero who later gained infamy as one of the first documented serial killers in European history. Born into the influential Laval and […] More
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Tralleis Ancient City Hosts International Mythology Film Festival for the First Time
Tralleis Ancient City to Host the International Mythology Film Festival Aydın, Turkey – For the first time in its 3,000-year history, the Tralleis Ancient City in Aydın’s Efeler district will become the stage for an international cultural event. On September 25, 2025, the historic site will host part of the III. International Mythology Film Festival, […] More
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Archaeological Excavations Begin to Unearth Hulagu Khan’s Summer Palace in Van
Archaeological Excavations Begin to Reveal Hulagu Khan’s Summer Palace in Van Van, Turkey – A groundbreaking archaeological project has begun in eastern Turkey, where Turkish and Mongolian archaeologists are working together to uncover the remains of a 13th-century summer palace built by Hulagu Khan, the founder of the Ilkhanate dynasty. The palace, located in the […] More
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Unearthed Victims of Ancient Earthquake in Bulgaria’s Roman City Shed Light on 4th-Century Life
Archaeologists have made a remarkable discovery at the Roman city of Heraclea Sintica in southwestern Bulgaria: the skeletal remains of six people who tragically perished during a powerful earthquake that struck the region at the end of the fourth century A.D. The remains were found in the southwestern corner of the city’s Roman forum, within […] More
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Archaeologists Discover 2,000-Year-Old Footprint in Ancient City of Sagalassos
Archaeologists in Turkey have made a remarkable discovery in the ancient city of Sagalassos, located in Burdur’s Ağlasun district. A 2,000-year-old footprint, preserved on a Roman-era clay tile, has been unearthed during ongoing excavations. Experts describe the find as a “tangible piece of history” that offers fresh insight into the everyday lives of the people […] More
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Archaeologists Discover 1,700-Year-Old Underfloor Heating System in Ancient Roman Bath
A groundbreaking discovery has been made in Çanakkale, Turkey, where archaeologists unearthed a remarkably well-preserved 1,700-year-old underfloor heating system in the ancient Roman bath of the Apollon Smintheus Sanctuary. This technological marvel, known as the hypocaust system, reveals fascinating details about how Romans engineered sophisticated methods of heating public baths centuries ago. The excavation, carried […] More













