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New excavation unearths Roman and Byzantine past at Türkiye's Rabat Castle
Archaeological work at Rabat Castle in southeastern Türkiye is revealing a 2,000-year-old history, with discoveries from Hellenistic to Byzantine eras promising to reshape the region's cultural heritage and tourism potential.
25 December 2025
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2025 archaeological discoveries rewrite human and natural history
From deliberate fire-making 400,000 years ago to the oldest human mummification in Vietnam, archaeological findings in 2025 have reshaped our understanding of prehistory, dinosaur behavior, and ancient civilizations across the globe.
24 December 2025
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Palestinian filmmaker Mohammad Bakri, Jenin documentary director, dies at 72
Palestinian actor and filmmaker Mohammad Bakri, a central figure in Palestinian cinema and political documentary, has died at the age of 72. Known internationally for directing the controversial documentary Jenin, Jenin, Bakri’s work focused on Palestinian memory, displacement and occupation. His death marks the end of a decades-long career spanning more than 40 films as an actor and director.
24 December 2025
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Istanbul's Topkapi Palace opens new gallery for historic Ottoman tiles
A newly opened gallery within Istanbul's Topkapi Palace showcases the evolution of Ottoman tile art, featuring over 250 restored pieces drawn from a collection of more than 2,000 crates preserved for decades.
24 December 2025
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Touristic Eastern Express launches 2025 season on Ankara Kars route
22 December 2025
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Türkiye reclaims rare bronze emperor statue, other artifacts from US
A collection of ancient artifacts, including a monumental bronze statue of a Roman emperor and a Roman-era depiction of Demosthenes, has been officially returned to Türkiye from the United States. The works, now housed in Ankara, mark a significant victory for Türkiye's global campaign to recover its cultural heritage.
18 December 2025
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Türkiye's Troy exhibition heads to Rome's Colosseum in 2026 cultural diplomacy push
Culture Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy has announced a major exhibition on the legendary city of Troy for Italy's Colosseum Archaeological Park. Slated for 2026, the show will feature artifacts from Turkish and Italian museums, highlighted by a performance of the Troy Opera. This marks the third consecutive cultural project from Türkiye to be showcased at the iconic Roman site.
16 December 2025
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Roman bathtub and statue uncovered in ephesus excavation in Türkiye
Archaeological work at the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus in Türkiye has revealed a rare Roman-era marble bathtub and a fragmented male statue reused as paving stone. Officials say the finds, uncovered along Stadium Street, shed new light on domestic life, urban reuse of materials and elite culture in one of Anatolia’s most important ancient cities.
15 December 2025
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Türkiye aims to build global brands from its wealth of regional products
With nearly 1,800 geographically indicated products, Türkiye ranks second globally in such registrations. Officials now seek to transform this heritage into powerful international brands to boost exports, tourism, and producer incomes through targeted training and marketing.
15 December 2025
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Hellenistic goddess statue head discovered in Türkiye's ancient Metropolis
Archaeologists in Izmir have uncovered the marble head of a goddess statue dating back to the Hellenistic period. The discovery at the Metropolis site offers significant insights into the region's ancient sculptural arts and may belong to a known statue of Hestia.
12 December 2025
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Archaeologists uncover rare 4th-century mosaics in Türkiye's Hadrianopolis
A team of archaeologists has discovered a remarkably preserved 4th-century reception hall with unique mosaics in the ancient city of Hadrianopolis, in Türkiye's Black Sea region. The find, part of a larger palace complex, includes rare geometric and figurative designs never before recorded in Anatolian archaeology.
11 December 2025
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Louvre museum leak damages 400 books, sparks infrastructure concerns
A water leak in the Louvre Museum's Egyptian antiquities department damaged around 400 books on November 27. Reports indicate repeated warnings about ageing pipes were ignored by management. The incident follows a high-profile jewel theft in October and precedes a major ticket price hike for non-EU visitors.
08 December 2025
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Ancient mosaic depicting mythological figures unearthed in Türkiye's Iznik
Archaeologists in northwestern Türkiye have fully revealed a stunning 3rd-century floor mosaic in Iznik, featuring intricate depictions including a personification of Lake İznik. The discovery, first spotted over a decade ago, provides new insights into the region's rich Roman-era artistic heritage.
01 December 2025
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1,800-year-old Roman statue unearthed in ancient city of Blaundos
Archaeologists have discovered an 1,800-year-old Roman statue during excavations at the ancient city of Blaundos in Türkiye's Usak province. The beautifully crafted male torso was found embedded in a stadium wall and dates to the 2nd century CE.
28 November 2025
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Bazda Caves: Türkiye's 2,000-year-old underground marvel in Şanlıurfa
The ancient Bazda Caves in Şanlıurfa's Harran district, featured on UNESCO's World Heritage Tentative List, continue to captivate visitors with their impressive chambers and mysterious history. This remarkable underground complex, dating back approximately 2,000 years, features numerous squares, tunnels and galleries carved through solid rock.
28 November 2025
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Turkish cuisine triumphs as 7 dishes rank among world's best
Türkiye's culinary prowess has been recognized on the global stage, with seven of its traditional dishes securing spots in TasteAtlas's "World's 100 Best Foods" list. The standout was Çökertme Kebab, achieving an impressive score and a top-ten position. This achievement highlights the rich, diverse flavors of Turkish cuisine and its growing international reputation among food enthusiasts and critics alike.
23 November 2025
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5,000-year-old barley grains discovered at Bronze Age site in Türkiye
Archaeologists have uncovered carbonized barley grains dating back 5,000 years at the Iremir Mound in eastern Türkiye's Van province. The discovery, which includes a complete kitchen area with oven, pottery, and grinding stones, provides significant insights into Early Bronze Age agricultural practices and settlement patterns in the region.
11 November 2025
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New Istanbul-based foundation supports cultural and artistic innovation
11 November 2025
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Scottish Ballet brings AI-infused Coppélia to Istanbul for debut
Scottish Ballet presents its innovative AI-driven adaptation of Coppélia for the first time in Türkiye at Istanbul's Zorlu PSM. The contemporary reinterpretation combines classical ballet with digital technology, exploring themes of artificial intelligence and human emotion through dance, theater, and immersive projections.
07 November 2025
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