Discovering a Hidden Marvel
The results from seismic research, conducted by the Mine Detection Institute (MTA) and Istanbul Technical University, have revealed that the Underground City is a...
Troy Bridging Reality and Dream
Unlocking Homeric Epics with “Dus ve Gercek Troia”
The world’s most extensive exhibition, “Dus ve Gercek Troia” (Troy, The Reality and The Dream), offers an...
Fatih Atatürk and the Legacy of Troy
Exploring the Echoes of the First “World War”
TroyCatalyst of Transformation
The Troy War, often deemed the first “world war,” holds profound significance in shaping the...
Exploring Turkish Delight Making in Marmaris
A Sweet Journey
The Traditional ‘Lokum’ Process
Step inside to witness the entire ‘lokum’ (Turkish delight) making process. A blend of water, sugar, and cornflour is...
Exploring Ottoman Traditions The Role of Bathhouses
Social Hubs and Matchmaking Spots
In the Ottoman era, bathhouses, or hamams, played a central role in daily life. While men visited hamams after prayers...
Exploring Corum’s 7000-Year History
A Journey Through Time
Corum A Cultural Bridge Between East and West
Corum, with its 7000-year-long history, stands as a significant gateway between Central Anatolia and...
Perge’s Hidden History
Insights from Prof. Dr. Haluk Abbasoglu
Q: Commencement of Perge Excavations:
Q: When and how did the excavations start in Perge?
Prof. Dr. Haluk Abbasoglu:Perge excavations commenced...
Charting the Path of Perge’s Development through History
Charting the Path of Perge’s Development through History
Q: How has Perge evolved over time?
Prof. Dr. Haluk Abbasoglu:Perge has been a settlement since ancient times....
Unraveling the Life of its Residents
Exploring Perge’s Residences:What kind of houses did the people of Perge, who crafted these beautiful structures and works of art, inhabit?
Prof. Dr. Haluk Abbasoglu:In...
A Glimpse into Ottoman History
Towards the end of the eleventh century, Brusa came under the control of the Seljuk Turks. However, they abandoned the city following the Crusaders’...
