Sabri Şahin is a licensed professional tourist guide in the Mesopotamia region, based in Mardin, Turkey, since 2018. He offers tours focusing on archeology, climbing, and eco-tourism.
The 11,000-year-old stone circles of Göbekli Tepe in modern Turkey may have been monuments to a vanishing way of life, representing a last-ditch effort by hunter-gatherers to maintain their traditions in the face of the Neolithic Revolution.
Journey from Istanbul to Antalya on this 11-day adventure, where you’ll see ancient ruins, bustling villages and sunken cities. Visit the historical towns of Sanliurfa and Mardin, take in golden hour on top of Mt. Nemrut and set off on a tasting trail in baklava's birthplace. Cruise through Euphrates, sit down to a home-cooked meal at Nahil Guesthouse and learn about the dawn of human civilization as you walk through the archaeological site of Gobekli Tepe and Catalhoyuk.
Kurt Tepesi, a lesser-known archaeological site within the Taş Tepeler zone in southeastern Anatolia, is emerging as a crucial piece in understanding early Neolithic society. The site exhibits evidence of intentional construction, spatial planning, and potentially ceremonial use, with T-shaped pillars and a unique stratigraphic complexity suggesting both domestic and spiritual functions.
Researchers found living quarters of an ancient civilization, which disproved earlier theories that the site served solely as a ceremonial pilgrimage destination.
The article discusses recent excavations at Göbekli Tepe, an ancient Neolithic archaeological site in southeastern Anatolia. Key findings include the discovery of living quarters, which challenges the earlier theory that the site was solely a ceremonial pilgrimage destination. Göbekli Tepe, dating back to around 10,000 BCE, is known for its monumental T-shaped pillars and is considered one of the earliest known temples. The site's complexity and interconnectedness of societies suggest that religion and spirituality played significant roles in early human development. Recent discoveries at nearby sites like Karahantepe have revealed similar monumental structures, further enriching our understanding of prehistory.
The article discusses recent excavations at Göbekli Tepe, an ancient Neolithic archaeological site in southeastern Anatolia. Key findings include the discovery of living quarters, which challenges the earlier theory that the site was solely a ceremonial pilgrimage destination. Göbekli Tepe, dating back to around 10,000 BCE, is known for its monumental T-shaped pillars and is considered one of the earliest known temples. The site's complexity and interconnectedness of societies suggest that religion and spirituality played significant roles in early human development. Recent discoveries at nearby sites like Karahantepe have revealed similar monumental structures, further enriching our understanding of prehistory.
Embark on a 14-day odyssey with Archaeological Paths to explore the archaeological wonders, rich history, captivating culture, and breathtaking landscapes of Turkey. Journey through Istanbul, Troy, Ephesus, Cappadocia, and more, with highlights including Göbekli Tepe, Mount Nemrut, and Catalhüyük.
Discover the ancient Neolithic site of Karahan Tepe in Southeastern Turkey, a lesser-known but significant archaeological marvel that predates Göbekli Tepe and offers insights into early human civilization.
Carvings at Göbekli Tepe in Turkey may represent the world's oldest solar calendar, created as a memorial to a devastating comet strike, researchers suggest.
