Golden Pendant with the Mistress of Animals Theme Excavated from the Uluburun Shipwreck
Dating back to around 1300 BC, the Uluburun shipwreck stands as one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. Located off the southern coast of Turkey, this wreck likely belonged to a merchant ship that carried a variety of materials from different regions of the ancient world. The excavation has revealed a
Why Olive Trees at Göbekli Tepe Are Being Relocated?
Göbekli Tepe is an important archaeological site listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known as the “zero point of history.” The olive trees located here are being relocated to another area to allow for the expansion of the excavation site and to prevent damage to the historical remains. The excavation director, Prof. Dr. Necmi
Remains of an Ancient Cafeteria Belonging to a Buddhist Temple May Have Been Discovered
Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery at the Yamashiro Kokubunji Temple site. They believe they have found one of the largest ancient cafeterias from the Nara Period (710-784). The Kyoto Prefectural Board of Education announced these findings on February 4. This announcement highlights the historical significance of the site. Historical Context of Yamashiro Kokubunji Temple
Ancient Roman Bridge Discovered During Railway Works in Greece
A Roman-era bridge was discovered during the ongoing suburban railway construction works in the ancient city of Elefsina, Greece. Elefsina (also known as Eleusis) is an ancient city located in the Attica region of Greece, 18 kilometers away from Athens. Situated on the coast of the Aegean Sea, Elefsina is particularly famous for the Eleusinian