The Mediterranean and Aegean coasts are always very important for the states and empires in the history ( in the past and present). Also they are very suitable in order to establish naval bases. Unfortunately the naval bases of the past were […]
The Mediterranean and Aegean coasts are always very important for the states and empires in the history ( in the past and present). Also they are very suitable in order to establish naval bases. Unfortunately the naval bases of the past were vanished and we had their names in historical records. As a result of underwater archeaological works in Antalya, a naval base was discovered. According to the scientific datas, the items were from Ottoman era. That means Ottoman navy was here.
Cappadocia is famous for fairy chimneys and underground cities but new discoveries prove us that Cappadocia is more than them. There was an ancient site in historical records and it was named as Swa or Sobesos. Its location was unkown but it […]
Cappadocia is famous for fairy chimneys and underground cities but new discoveries prove us that Cappadocia is more than them. There was an ancient site in historical records and it was named as Swa or Sobesos. Its location was unkown but it was unearthed in a close past.
Actually it had just discovered and we need time to find out everything on history. The first datas of the site are pointing us an important site. It is known as a capital of a historical state but the archeaological works will show us later. It proves us Cappadocia is more than we imagine.
Merry Christmas to whole world….. I wish the spirit of goodness and helpful Santa Claus will be in our life forever…. Demre of Antalya is the homeland of Santa Claus. A helpful and great priest helped the poor people and the good […]
Water is the most valuable substance of the life in the earth. Water management has been one of the vital branches of society. It is especially important in hot territories such as South Eastern Turkey that is so hot that protecting water […]
Water is the most valuable substance of the life in the earth. Water management has been one of the vital branches of society. It is especially important in hot territories such as South Eastern Turkey that is so hot that protecting water potential becomes a serious matter. That’s why, the old governors of the region had a solution in the past; to keep the water under the ground. Those water channels were built around 500 years ago.
Water is coming from Balıklıgöl (the lake with fishes) which is considered as holy place. It is believed that Balıklıgöl (the lake with fishes) is dated back to Prophet Ibrahim era. Also Şanlıurfa is known as ” the city of prophets”.
Every region of Turkey presents us different beauties. They are so impressive that a traveler can fall in love at first glance. South Eastern region of Turkey was far away from the public’s view because of some unsuitable conditions. Fortunately the conditions […]
Every region of Turkey presents us different beauties. They are so impressive that a traveler can fall in love at first glance. South Eastern region of Turkey was far away from the public’s view because of some unsuitable conditions. Fortunately the conditions get better in recent years. That’s why we can state that South Eastern region is presenting us its natural beauties. Takoran Valley of Şanlıurfa is one of those beauties. Also it is reputated by the resemblances with Norwegian fjords.
Also it offers the visitors a great nature and outdoor sport opportunity. You can have a boat tour across the valley or you can deal with outdoor sports such as hiking on the territory.
A castle which is located in Manisa province of Turkey at present had an important role on the territory. East Roman Empire had the castle built against Turkic attacks in 1200’s. Today it is named as “Yoğurtçu Castle”. Unfortunately it needs care […]
A castle which is located in Manisa province of Turkey at present had an important role on the territory. East Roman Empire had the castle built against Turkic attacks in 1200’s. Today it is named as “Yoğurtçu Castle”. Unfortunately it needs care and fixing. Although it is careless today, we can see how glorious it was . We can see a wall outside of the castle and also an inner wall to protect the main building.
It gives us hint on military structure of East Roman Empire.
Tiles are one of important handicrafts of Anatolia. Also tiles are still necessary decorative elements of the buildings. Anatolia was one of the homelands of tiles in the past. Multi-cultural structure of Anatolia reflects tiles which were used in religious buildings such […]
Tiles are one of important handicrafts of Anatolia. Also tiles are still necessary decorative elements of the buildings. Anatolia was one of the homelands of tiles in the past. Multi-cultural structure of Anatolia reflects tiles which were used in religious buildings such as the mosques.
Anatolian peninsula has two regions; Kütahya and Iznik. Tiles were used in big and important buildings in the history.
Emojis became one of the essential comminucation elements in recent years. Especially social media triggled this communication mode. I am sure that we mostly think that it is a new mode but it isn’t. This vase above is older than 2000 years […]
Emojis became one of the essential comminucation elements in recent years. Especially social media triggled this communication mode. I am sure that we mostly think that it is a new mode but it isn’t.
This vase above is older than 2000 years old and it was found in a tomb in South Eastern region of Turkey. This smiling face may mean different things when we compare past and present but it is obvious that it is a happy vase.
It is being exhibited in Gaziantep Archeaology Museum.
Ankara is the capital of modern Turkish Republic at present. It was also important at past. Ankara city has an impressive Roman heritage. Because of the location, the region has a great importance for centuries, even today. Roman Empire era wasn’t different. […]
Ankara is the capital of modern Turkish Republic at present. It was also important at past. Ankara city has an impressive Roman heritage. Because of the location, the region has a great importance for centuries, even today.
Roman Empire era wasn’t different. Central Anatolia was an important defensive border for Roman Empire and East Roman Empire. Many fortresses were constructed in order to dominate the region. Their function was like military points as present. Ankara or Angora was a residental site in the same time. We can come across the Roman baths and Augustus Temple in the city. Also it was on the Silk Road, briefly it was a busy region at past. Ankara Fortress was one of the monuments that witnessed this glorious past.
As we have mentioned for several times, Western Anatolia region was the homeland of developed Greek civilization. Ancient Roman culture marked the region and we can still unearth the evidences of this statement. A mosaic (above) is one of the samples. It […]
As we have mentioned for several times, Western Anatolia region was the homeland of developed Greek civilization. Ancient Roman culture marked the region and we can still unearth the evidences of this statement. A mosaic (above) is one of the samples. It was unearthed in İzmir province of Turkey. Also it was under the modern İzmir.
Western Anatolia was the homeland of rich and developed Smyrna ancient site. The public was living up to the incoming levels. This mosaic was the sign of glorious and rich society. The figures and sceneries give us information on the public life.