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A New Chapter in Prehistory: First Human-Faced T-Shaped Pillar Unearthed at Karahantepe
Archaeologists working at Karahantepe, one of Türkiye’s oldest Neolithic sites, have uncovered a T-shaped stone pillar bearing a carved human face — a discovery hailed as a first in human history. The announcement was made by Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, who shared the news on his official X (Twitter) account, writing:…
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12,000-Year-Old Human Statue Found at Göbeklitepe Redefines Neolithic Beliefs
Archaeologists at Göbeklitepe, the world’s oldest known temple complex in southeastern Turkey, have uncovered a striking 12,000-year-old human statue embedded within a wall. The discovery is expected to reshape our understanding of Neolithic rituals and belief systems. Turkish Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy announced the find during his visit to the site,…
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Sefertepe Excavation Reveals 12 New Human Skulls From the 10th Millennium BCE
In southeastern Turkey, the prehistoric settlement of Sefertepe has yielded another major discovery: archaeologists have uncovered 12 human skulls estimated to be 10,500 years old. The find adds to growing evidence of ritual practices in the region during the earliest stages of settled life. Located in Şanlıurfa Province, Sefertepe is one of several sites investigated…
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The Secret of Taş Tepeler: Unlocking the Codes of the Neolithic Era in Şanlıurfa
Şanlıurfa, Türkiye – The Neolithic heart of humanity is being rediscovered in the sunbaked plains of southeastern Türkiye. From the monumental enclosures of Göbekli Tepe to the emerging mysteries of Karahantepe, the Taş Tepeler (Stone Hills) Project is reshaping our understanding of early civilization and organized society. Launched by Türkiye’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism,…