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June 2018 in Turkish archaeology

A concrete wall around the Hierapolis Ancient Pool collapsed due to heavy rain in Pamukkale

June 2018 was a fascinating month for archaeology fans in Turkey, with expectations set high for Göbekli Tepe to be soon included onto UNESCO's World Heritage List.  Meanwhile, archaeological excavations revealed the ashes from Santorini’s Minoan eruption in Smyrna, the work continued in ancient Magarasus, and a major project was expected to begin soon in Ordu’s Kurul Castle.  Moreover, a new law was introduced, stating that 51 percent of archaeological excavation teams led by foreign crews should consist of Turkish nationals. 

Turkish Archaeological News collects the most important, interesting and inspiring news from Turkish excavation sites.  Here's the review for June 2018.  Have we missed anything?  Let us know by using Contact tab! 

Archaeologists found ashes from one of the largest volcanic eruptions in recorded history during excavations some 270 kilometers away in an ancient city that has developed to become Turkey's third largest.  Source: Daily Sabah

The Yarımburgaz caves, where the first people settled in Istanbul 400,000 years ago, have been abandoned.  The caves, which have been destroyed during TV series and film shootings over many years, are now shelters for substance addicts.  Source: Hürriyet Daily News

The Culture and Tourism Ministry has decided to transfer historical Troy artifacts to the Troy Museum, which is set to open in the northwestern province of Çanakkale in August.  A large number of Troy artifacts will therefore be transferred from four museums in Turkey to the new museum.  Source: Hürriyet Daily News

According to a new regulation, 51 percent of archeological excavation teams led by foreign crews should consist of Turkish nationals.  The purpose of this new regulation is to train more Turkish archeologists.  Source: Hürriyet Daily News

The restoration of Üç Kümbetler (Three Domes) and the construction of 13 boutique hotels are continuing in an area of historical buildings in the Yakutiye district of Erzurum province.  Source: Daily Sabah

An allocation of 90,000 Turkish Liras have been given for this year’s archaeological excavations in the Kurul Castle in the northern Turkish province of Ordu, said Ordu Culture and Tourism Director Uğur Topalak.  Source: Hürriyet Daily News