Mummies Belonging to 12th Century Awaits Visitors in Aksaray

The mummies, unearthed during excavations in the Aksaray region and now housed in the Aksaray Museum, Türkiye’s first and only museum with a dedicated mummy section, are drawing considerable attention. Although believed to date back to the 12th century, the 13 mummies—some remarkably retaining teeth and hair—have piqued visitors’ curiosity. This diverse collection includes adults, children, babies, and even cats

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