Gallipoli war has many deep meanings that are even valid for present. Both for Turkish side and ANZAC side, the history gave medals to those soldiers. Even Indian soldiers were…
Underground water channels of Gaziantep; Rival to Venice Channels
Last discovery in Gaziantep unearthed hidden underground water channels. It was the place where the society used to live. It is around 100 years ago. Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality restored those…
Caves of Zağ; Secret praying place of first Christians
Caves of Zag which are located in Bingöl province were one of the secret praying places for first Christians. Before Christianty was accepted by Romans, first Christians looked for secret…
Norik ancient site: An ancient site that will be gone forever
Another ancient site will be other victim of dam projects in Turkey. Norik ancient site which is in Bingöl province will be under the dam lake. During the excavations, An…
Three Byzantian cisterns of Constantinople
Constantinople was the capital of Byzantine Empire and also was holy city for Christianity. Byzantine Emperors were aware of these facts so they have reconstructed this city several times. Especially…
Flying Rock in Mt.Kaz
Mt. Kaz is one of the famous mountain chains in Turkey. A discovery that happened by chance hypnotized us very much. The rock above is locating over the ground, so…
Olive trees that are older than 2000 years old
Olive trees are the tree species that can live for a long time. This life time is so long that it can be longer than 1500 years. In Aegean region…
Mt.Ağrı National Park
Mt.Ağrı is the highest peak of Turkey and it is also famous for a legend. National Park of Mt. Ağrı has a great view. National Park has a beautiful view.…
The British submarine that bombed Istanbul
Around 104 years ago, during the WW1 a submarine approached Istanbul and round region. The purpose was to hit Istanbul. It was shot under the water 104 years later. It…
The hidden treasures of Small Asia
Local regions can hide archeological treasures as the ancient pieces were used for building houses and facilities. One of these cases became true in Cappadocia. A hieroglyphic carving that is…