Tag: Ancient History
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On YouTube: A Quick Look: Bursa – Iznik Top Five Sights To Visit
Known historically as Nicaea, the town of Iznik is a charming place with important Christian pilgrimage sites, impressive Roman-era theatres, city walls and ruins, and one of the most significant early Turkish settlements in Anatolia. With Pope Leo 14th visit in November 2025 in order to commemorate the 1700th anniversary of the First Council of…
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On YouTube: A Quick Look – Museum of Troy – The Polyxena Sarcophagus
The second episode of “A Quick Look” series in my YouTube channel focuses on “The Polyxena Sarcophagus”. It is a major highlight of the Museum of Troy, located in Canakkale, Turkiye. This beautiful ancient sarcophagus, dated back to 6th century BC, depicts a wedding preparation scene on one side and the “sacrifice” of Polyxena on…
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Why Is 2023 A Great Time To Visit Or Revisit Istanbul?
2023 is a great time to visit or revisit Istanbul. In the first half of 2023 several new museums and historical locations will be opened to public for the first time.
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