ancient history

Ancient Urartian Caves in Turkey’s Tunceli to Remake the History

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The caves are one of the most intriguing and fascinating sights in Tunceli

Ancient Urartian Caves in the Çemişgezek district of eastern Turkey’s Tunceli will probably boost tourism in the city. (Click to see our article on 81 Fascinating photos from 81 provinces of Turkey). Ancient people carved out the cave rooms to create a settlement in the area. So, thanks to a project by the local district … Read more

Archaeological Excavations in Izmir: A Mother Goddess Figurine Found

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A mother goddess figurine found in archaeological excavations in Izmir (Image Credit: Hurriyet Daily News)

Archaeological excavations in Izmir Yeşilova and Yassıtepe mounds of the Bornova district has recently ended. Diggings have revealed that an 8,200-year-old mother goddess figurine. What’s more, archaeologists have also revealed fishing-related net weights, various kinds of jewelry items, as well as fish fossils, and numerous mussels remain. Archaeological Excavations in Izmir Extended The Life of … Read more