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Archaeologists in Dara, Mardin, southeastern Türkiye, have uncovered a stunning 1,500-year-old Byzantine mosaic featuring intricate drop and wave patterns. Found in a residential structure near the ancient city’s agora, the discovery highlights Dara’s role as a key commercial and religious hub of the Eastern Roman Empire. Ongoing excavations, intensified by the Heritage for the Future Project, continue to reveal the site’s rich history, including a necropolis, palace, and advanced water systems
A historic Roman-era mosaic was unearthed this week during well-digging inside a private home in the historic town of Maryamen, Syria on May 18.
The restoration of the Hagia Sofia dome is one of the biggest restoration projects.
A large Roman-Byzantine settlement and monastery, complete with a mosaic floor bearing a Greek biblical inscription, has been unearthed near Kiryat Gat, Israel. The discovery sheds light on a prosperous community and includes a winepress, ceramics workshop, and evidence of extensive trade. Excavations are ongoing.
After 15 centuries shrouded in mystery, a vast underground network beneath Hagia Sophia is being opened to the public. Explore a labyrinth of tunnels and catacombs, some potentially older than the iconic structure itself, offering a unique glimpse into this historic landmark’s hidden depths.
Two layers of high-artistic-quality frescoes from the late Byzantine period, reflecting the aesthetic trends of…
Panagia Phorbiotissa, also known as the Church of Panagia of Asinou in Cyprus, is a Byzantine masterpiece, a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its exceptionally preserved, vibrant frescoes dating from the 12th to 17th centuries, showcasing Comnenian style and later influences.
Archaeologists unearthed a vast deposit of late Roman amphorae at Agios Georgios, Cyprus, suggesting maritime trade connections with southern Palestine during the 6th century AD. The discovery is part of a larger excavation project exploring the history of settlement at Agios Georgios and nearby Yeronisos Island, revealing evidence of occupation from the Early Chalcolithic period through to the Byzantine era.
Venizelos metro station, opening soon, reveals Thessaloniki’s history from its founding in the 4th century BC to the 20th century. This massive archaeological undertaking showcases the Roman Decumanus Maximus (today’s Egnatia Street), Byzantine shops, and thousands of artifacts. The station’s 17-year journey reflects a city divided over preserving the unearthed treasures, leading to protests and debates. Now, this unique station promises to be both a transportation hub and an underground museum.
Four men posing as city workers were arrested in Isparta, Turkey, after an illegal excavation unearthed ancient artifacts, highlighting the growing problem of looting and treasure hunting in the country. The discovery of a sarcophagus and pottery fragments underscores the vulnerability of Turkey’s rich archaeological heritage, which spans Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman periods.
Journey through millennia of Greek history and culture with this exploration of Greece’s 19 UNESCO World Heritage sites. From the iconic Acropolis to the tranquil monasteries of Mount Athos and the recently added Zagori landscape, discover the ancient wonders, Byzantine treasures, and natural beauty that have earned these sites global recognition.
A farmhouse in Çorum, Turkey has yielded an unexpected discovery: a Byzantine-era inscription commemorating a young man named Antigonus. The find, made during renovations, suggests the house was built atop the ruins of a Byzantine church, blending two distinct eras. Researchers are working to decipher the full inscription and uncover the secrets of this ancient site.
The Greek Deputy Culture Minister, Jason Fotilas, has just completed a whirlwind journey to Australia…
Archaeologists in Turkey’s Ordu province have uncovered a stunning Byzantine mosaic within a monastery church dedicated to Saints Constantine and Helena. Dating back to the 5th or 6th centuries AD, this significant discovery highlights the rich cultural heritage of the Byzantine Empire and illustrates the intricate artistry that emerged during this transformative era.
On June 19, an exhibition entitled Donum Amicorom (“Gift of Friends”) opened at the Byzantine…
The Greek Culture Ministry has announced significant progress in the ongoing restoration works at the…
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan formally opened a former Byzantine church in Istanbul as a mosque on Monday, four years after his government had designated it a Muslim house of prayer, despite criticism from neighboring Greece.
“Greek fire” has become infamous as a mysterious East Roman (Byzantine) incendiary weapon that helped…
The most prominent of all Orthodox faiths commences at the sacred Monasteries of Agion Oros,…
A 1,500-year-old Ancient Greek inscription bearing the name “Christ, born of Mary” was unearthed in…
An important Byzantine monument, the Church of the Parigoritissa in Arta, is on the way…
DO YOU KNOW THE LONG HISTORY OF THE SECOND MOST IMPORTANT CITY OF GREECE, THESSALONIKI?…
More than 1,500 years ago, a thriving harbour town southwest of Alexandria, Egypt, was a…
A poster of a Hamas militant appeared on the Eastern Roman (Byzantine)-era walls of Trapezounta…
Archaeological excavations in the Kayseri province in Turkey have turned up the largest floor mosaic in the Cappadocia region.
Vikings: Valhalla will embark on one last adventure in Season 3, set to be released…
A digital illustration of the Hagia Sophia that might have looked like this during the…
The Byzantine and Christian Museum in Athens is currently hosting a unique sculpture exhibition, and it’s capturing the hearts of art enthusiasts.
The discovery of the secret stash of Byzantine-era coins in a stone wall in the…
