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Aizanoi Ancient City in Kütahya Blossoms with Spring Charm
Aizanoi Ancient City in Çavdarhisar, Kütahya, Türkiye, transforms with the vibrant hues of spring, showcasing its timeless allure. Recognized for its well-preserved Temple of Zeus, listed in UNESCO's…
Historic Turkish Bath Transformed into Coffee Haven
In Kocaeli's Izmit district, a 600-year-old Turkish bath, known as the Süleyman Pasha Bath, has been rejuvenated into a cultural hotspot. Managed by the Izmit Municipality, the historical bath underwent a makeover…
Ancient Roman Obelisk in Iznik Stands Tall for 2,000 Years
The ancient Roman obelisk, located in the Iznik district of Bursa, Türkiye, and included in the UNESCO World Heritage Temporary List, continues to stand in its original grandeur after two millennia. Nestled amidst peach gardens in…
Cin Mosque: 864 Years of Timeless Heritage in Türkiye
The 'Cin Mosque' in Niksar district of Tokat, Türkiye, dating back 864 years, stands as a resilient historical monument. Built in 1160 by Melik Salar Aydoğdu, the mosque, constructed entirely of rubble stone, defies the ages.…
Ancient Cendere Bridge Stands Tall Amidst Türkiye Quake
In the aftermath of the 7.7 and 7.6 magnitude earthquakes centered in Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye, numerous buildings were devastated, but the ancient Cendere Bridge in Adıyaman's Kahta district emerged…
Siirt’s Centuries-Old Clock Finds New Home
The historical clock, a 1000-year-old treasure housed in Siirt's Ulu Mosque in Türkiye, has undergone meticulous maintenance and repair by a dedicated family across four generations. Recently restored, this ancient timepiece found its place…
Ancient Temple of Mithras Entrance Found in Türkiye
During ongoing excavations at Zerzevan Castle, a 3,000-year-old Roman garrison near Diyarbakır, Türkiye, archaeologists have discovered the main entrance gate of the 1,900-year-old Temple of Mithras. This temple was used…
Anatolia: Cradle of Civilizations Through the Ages
The Anatolian region has been a cradle of civilizations throughout history, owing to its strategic location surrounded by three seas, excellent connections between Europe and Africa, fertile soil, favorable climate, and abundant water…
Tunceli Museum Named ‘Second-Best Museum in Europe
The newly opened Tunceli Museum in Türkiye's Tunceli province was awarded the second-best museum in Europe at the European Museum Academy Luigi Micheletti Awards. Built on an area of 5,500 square meters, the museum sheds light on the city's…
WWII Shipwrecks Found off Hawaii’s Coast
The wreckage of the USS Yorktown, a US Navy ship, and the Akagi and Kaga aircraft carriers from the Imperial Japanese Navy, all of which sank during World War II, has been discovered in the Papahanaumokuakea National Marine…