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Archaeologists will start work to uncover the gladiatorial arena in Anatolia if there is enough funding

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Archaeologists will start work to uncover the gladiatorial arena in Anatolia if there is enough funding

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Turkish archaeologists announced plans to begin excavation work to fully uncover the Gladiator Arena in the ancient city of Sebastapolis, provided they secure sufficient funding. Sebastapolis is situated in the Sulusaray district of Tokat, in Turkey’s Northern Black Sea region. Researchers estimate that the city was established during the Late Bronze Age, around the 1st

1500-Year-Old Bronze Object Used as a Beverage Filter Discovered in Turkey

1500-Year-Old Bronze Object Used as a Beverage Filter Discovered in Turkey

Excavation efforts at the ancient city of Hadrianopolis have led to the discovery of a bronze object believed to date back to the 5th century AD. This object served as a beverage filter and is located in the Eskipazar district of Karabük, Turkey. Historical Significance of Hadrianopolis Hadrianopolis, established during the reign of Roman Emperor

An ancient Book of Esther scroll taken by an Israeli rescue team during the 2023 earthquakes in Turkey has been returned

Ancient Book of Esther scroll taken by Israeli rescue team during 2023 earthquakes in Turkey returned

On February 6, 2023, southern Turkey experienced two major earthquakes. These disasters trapped thousands of people under rubble, leading to significant loss of life. In response, numerous international rescue teams arrived to assist with search and rescue efforts. Controversial Actions of the Israeli Rescue Team Among the teams was an Israeli rescue group that made

Archaeologists will start work to uncover the gladiatorial arena in Anatolia if there is enough funding

Archaeologists will start work to uncover the gladiatorial arena in Anatolia if there is enough funding

Turkish archaeologists announced plans to begin excavation work to fully uncover the Gladiator Arena in the ancient city of Sebastapolis, provided they secure sufficient funding. Sebastapolis is situated in the Sulusaray district of Tokat, in Turkey’s Northern Black Sea region. Researchers estimate that the city was established during the Late Bronze Age, around the 1st

3,600-Year-Old Bronze Dagger Found in the Depths of the Mediterranean

3,600-Year-Old Bronze Dagger Found in the Depths of the Mediterranean

A 3,600-year-old bronze dagger with a silver needle from the Minoan civilization of Crete has been discovered during underwater excavations off the coast of the Kumluca district of Antalya in southern Turkey. Underwater archaeological excavations in Kumluca had previously unearthed a sunken ship carrying copper ingots thought to have come from the Troodos Mountains. This

Göbekli Tepe

Göbekli Tepe: The Zero Point of History is Being Renewed

Göbekli Tepe, the oldest temple complex in the world, offers valuable insights into prehistoric times. Located in Şanlıurfa, this unique site is often seen as the zero point of human history. Recent renovations aim to make Göbekli Tepe more accessible to local and international tourists. A UNESCO World Heritage Site As a UNESCO World Heritage

9000-Year-Old Shaman Woman's Grave Discovered in the Motza Archaeological Site of Jerusalem

9000-Year-Old Shaman Woman’s Grave Discovered in the Motza Archaeological Site of Jerusalem

Archaeologists have uncovered an important grave from the Neolithic period during excavations at the Motza archaeological site, located in the highlands of Jerusalem. It was determined that the woman found in this grave had six fingers on her left hand. This finding provides strong evidence that she was a significant figure involved in the shamanic

The raptors in Medieval Britain were feeding on human waste

The raptors in Medieval Britain were feeding on human waste

Recent research has uncovered that birds of prey in Medieval Britain relied significantly more on scavenging human waste than previously recognized. This study analyzed over 30 ancient bird skeletons and highlights the dietary habits of red kites, buzzards, and eagles living near urban centers like Oxford, Winchester, and London. Feeding Habits of Ancient Raptors Published

History of Indo-European Languages-Hittites

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The origins of the Indo-European language family, believed to have emerged in the 4th millennium BCE, have gained clarity through ancient DNA analysis. A significant study by Ron Pinhasi and his team from the University of Vienna’s Department of Evolutionary Anthropology, in collaboration with David Reich’s ancient DNA laboratory at Harvard University, has yielded important

A New Pyramid of the Caral Culture, Known as the Oldest Civilization in South America, Discovered

A New Pyramid of the Caral Culture, Known as the Oldest Civilization in South America, Discovered

A team from the Caral Archaeological Zone has uncovered a new pyramidal structure in “Sector F” of the Chupacigarro archaeological site. This site is located just one kilometer west of the Sacred City of Caral-Supe, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in the Supe Valley, Barranca province, Lima Region, Peru. Dr. Ruth Shady leads the multidisciplinary

Traces of the Santorini Volcano Eruption and Tsunami Victims Discovered on Turkey's Coastline

Traces of the Santorini Volcano Eruption and Tsunami Victims Discovered on Turkey’s Coastline

In recent days, a swarm of earthquakes in the Aegean Sea has alarmed the residents of Santorini, leading to a rapid evacuation of the island, which has now transformed into a deserted landscape. Some seismologists suggest that this earthquake activity may be a precursor to a volcanic eruption. The recent seismic events brought to mind

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