Cibyra, or Kibyra, also known as Cibyra Magna, is an ancient Greek city located near the modern town of Gölhisar, in the province of Burdur, at an altitude of 1,350 meters above sea level, amidst juniper and cedar forests. Kibyra, with its longest decorative strip on its walls, is notable for its sculptures of wrestlers from ancient Anatolian history.
The Tomb of Artaxerxes of Persia is a crypt located in Marvdasht. It is part of the Naqsh-e Rostam necropolis and is the burial place of the Achaemenid king Artaxerxes I. The tomb, carved into the side of a cliff, showcases the splendor and sophistication of Achaemenid Persian architecture.
Israel is a country located in the Middle East, bordered by Lebanon to the north, Syria to the northeast, Jordan to the east, and Egypt to the southwest. Tel Aviv is the economic and technological center of the country, while its seat of government is in its proclaimed capital of Jerusalem. As of 31 December 2022, Israel's population was an estimated 9,656,000. In 2022.
Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel and holds great historical, religious, and cultural significance. It situated on a plateau in the Judaean Mountains between the Mediterranean and the Dead Sea and is one of the oldest cities in the world. It had a population of 971,800 in 2022.
The Damascus Gate, also known as the Nablus Gate and the Pillar Gate, is the largest and most impressive of the gates into the Old City, and the most frequently used gate into the Muslim Quarter. It opens onto the Nablus Road, leading to the city of Nablus, and ultimately to Damascus.
The Ramesseum is a temple commemorating Pharaoh Ramesses II, the most famous king of ancient Egypt (who fought against the Hittites). The temple is located in the Theban necropolis in Upper Egypt, west of the Nile River, opposite the modern city of Luxor. It is the second largest temple in Egypt, covering an area of approximately 10 hectares (1,100,000 square feet).
Kemenkeş, Ulu Cami Cd., 58300 Divriği/Sivas, Türkiye
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The Great Mosque and Hospital of Divrigi was built in 1228–1229 by the local Mengujekid dynasty in the small town of Divriği in Anatolia, now Sivas province, Türkiye. The structure is renowned for transforming architecture into sculpture, with gates and surfaces so intricately carved that the stone appears to be woven.
Muharraq Island is the second largest island in the Bahrain archipelago after Bahrain Island. It is located 4 km east of the capital Manama, on Bahrain Island. The island once dominated the trade, fishing, and especially the pearl industry in Bahrain. The island's population was 200,000 in 2014.
Haleplibahçe, 2372. Sk. No:74/1, 63200 Eyyübiye/Şanlıurfa, Türkiye
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The Sanlıurfa Archaeological Museum is located in the city of Şanlıurfa in southeastern Türkiye. The museum is currently displaying around 10,000 artifacts. Visitors to the museum will have the opportunity to admire the world's oldest statue, a replica of the Göbeklitepe D temple, the original Nevali Çori temple, numerous historical cartoons, cartoons about the Prophet Abraham...
Nemrut Dağı Yolu, 02402 Kahta/Sincik/Adıyaman, Türkiye
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The colossal stone head statues atop the 2150-meter-high Mount Nemrut in Nemrut National Park are one of Türkiye's most famous landmarks. These statues of Greek and Persian gods reach heights of up to 9 meters (33 feet) and are part of a complex of tombs and temples built by Antiochus I (69–34 BC), ruler of the kingdom of Commagene.
Sharm El Sheikh 2, South Sinai Governorate 8750001, Egypt
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Ras Muhammad is a national park in Egypt, located at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, overlooking the Gulf of Suez to the west and the Gulf of Aqaba to the east. The park is becoming a major ecotourism hub in the region and is the most popular national park in Egypt, as well as one of the most sought-after diving destinations in the world.
Mashirah Island is the largest island in Oman, located about 12 km off the eastern coast of the Sultanate in the Arabian Sea. This beautiful island enjoys very stable winds during the summer months of April to September. Average wind speeds range from 20-30 knots, and the weather is consistently pleasant, with temperatures between 25-30°C.
The Shah Mosque, officially known as the Imam Mosque or Imam Khomeini Mosque, is a mosque located south of Naqsh-e Jahan Square in Isfahan, Isfahan Province, Iran. Construction began in 1611, during the Safavid Empire, on the orders of Abbas the Great, and was completed around 1630. It is considered one of the masterpieces of Persian architecture during the Islamic period.
The Dendera Temple is one of the most beautiful, mysterious, and best-preserved temples in Egypt. The temple complex is quite large, encompassing a basilica, two birthing houses, a sacred pool, and numerous other shrines and temples within. The structures date from various periods of ancient Egypt, with relics from the Middle Kingdom, the Ptolemaic period, and the Roman provincial rule.
The Tomb of Cyrus the Great, located in Pasargadae in present-day Iran, is one of the most iconic architectural works of the ancient Achaemenid Empire. Built in the 6th century BC, the tomb is a solemn and sacred memorial to Cyrus II, the founder of the Persian Empire. Its simplicity and splendor reflect both royal power and profound reverence.
Hormuz Island is an Iranian island located in the Persian Gulf. The island covers an area of 42 km² (16 sq mi). Situated in the Strait of Hormuz, 8 km (5 mi) off the Iranian coast, it belongs to Hormozgan province. The island is sparsely populated, but some development has taken place since the late 20th century.
Qeshm is an arrow-shaped Iranian island located in the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf, with a surface area of approximately 1,500 km² (576 square miles). Separated from mainland Iran by the Clarence (Khuran) Strait, Qeshm is the largest island in the Persian Gulf. The island's population was 148,993 in 2016. The island belongs to Qeshm District, Hormozgan Province.
The Step Pyramid of Djoser is an archaeological site located in the Saqqara necropolis, Egypt, northwest of the Memphis ruins. It was the first pyramid built in Egypt. This six-tiered, four-sided structure is the oldest massive stone building in Egypt. It was constructed in the 27th century BC during the Third Dynasty to bury Pharaoh Djoser.
The Hattusha archaeological site is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Türkiye. It was once the capital of the Hittite Empire during the second millennium BC and is renowned for its impressive ruins and significant historical importance. Hattusha served as the political, military, and religious center of the Hittite Empire.
Jabreen Castle sits in a small, palm-shaded oasis, offering panoramic views of the surrounding plains. Constructed from large boulders and dark grey sandstone, the palace boasts a thick layer of sand and plaster. The ceilings are elaborately decorated and painted, reflecting the unique artistic taste of the palace's creators.
Nagoa Ash Shatb, Markaz Kom Ombo, Aswan Governorate 1281301, Egypt
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The Kom Ombo Temple was built during the Greco-Roman period (332 BC - 395 AD). An older structure from the 18th Dynasty still survives, but only fragments remain. This temple is unique because it is essentially a double temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Horus. The layout combines the two temples into one, each with its own gateway and chapel.
Al Bairat, Luxor, Luxor Governorate 1341703, Egypt
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The Temple of the Sun of Amenhotep III is located on the west bank of the Nile River, opposite the city of Luxor on the east bank. Standing 17 meters tall and weighing over 700 tons each, these two statues of Amenhotep III are known as the Memnon Colossus, but it is believed they were once part of the Pharaoh's lost funerary temple.
The Abu Simbel Temples are a pair of ancient Egyptian temples located near the southern border of Egypt, close to the town of Abu Simbel. These temples are renowned for their monumental size, impressive architecture, and historical significance.
The Philae Temple Complex is an ancient Egyptian temple complex located on Philae Island in the Nile River near Aswan, Egypt. It is renowned for its well-preserved temples and structures dedicated to various deities.
The Temple of Nefertari is an ancient Egyptian temple located in the province of Aswan, Egypt. Built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II in the 13th century BC, it was dedicated to the goddess Hathor and Queen Nefertari, Ramesses II's principal wife. The temple is renowned for its beautifully decorated walls, featuring numerous inscriptions and reliefs depicting Nefertari and Ramesses II.
Aswan Province is one of Egypt's 27 provinces. It is the southernmost province of Upper Egypt, covering much of Lake Nasser. The provincial capital is Aswan City. The province's population was 1,685,743 in 2024.
Upon entering Naqsh-e-Jahan Square, you will find yourself under surveillance and protection from all four sides. All edges of this rectangular square align with the four cardinal directions and are adorned with four markets: the Imam Mosque (Shah), the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, the Ali Qapu Palace, and the Qeysarieh Market.
The Mar Saba Monastery, one of the greatest ancient monasteries scattered across the Judean desert, sits perched on the cliffs of a deep gorge. This grey-domed Greek Orthodox complex was founded in the 5th century by Saint Sabas, a monk from central Turkey, and was largely rebuilt after the great earthquake of 1834.
Alexandria is one of Egypt's Governorates. The city of Alexandria was the capital of Egypt until the establishment of Fustat, which was then merged into Cairo. Today, the province of Alexandria is considered the second most important after the province of Cairo. The Governorate's population was 5,599,387 in 2024.
The Tomb of Xerxes I, also known as the Tomb of Darius the Great, is an ancient funerary site located in Naqsh-e Rostam, Fars Province, Iran. It is believed to be the tomb of Xerxes I (Xerxes the Great), the fourth king of the Achaemenid Persian Empire, who reigned from 486 to 465 BC.
Zafer, Belediye Cd. No:124, 45300 Salihli/Manisa, Türkiye
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Sardis, commonly known as Sardes, holds a significant place in history as an ancient political and cultural center, having once been the capital of the Kingdom of Lydia in Anatolia. Located in present-day Turkey, the city played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape and cultural development of the region.
The Caves of the Patriarchs, or Tombs of the Patriarchs, known to Jews by their biblical name Machpelah and to Muslims as the Ibrahim Mosque or Ibrahim Mosque, is a series of caves located in the center of the Old City of Hebron in the West Bank, 30 km south of Jerusalem.
Yeni, Haleplibahçe Cd. No:115, 63210 Şanlıurfa Merkez/Şanlıurfa, Türkiye
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The Kızılkoyun Roman Tombs (Kızılkoyun Nekropolü) in Şanlıurfa, Türkiye, is an important archaeological site dating from the Roman period, specifically from the 2nd to the 4th centuries AD. The necropolis comprises between 75 and 103 tombs carved into the rock face and decorated with reliefs, sculptures, and even door mechanisms.
Vişnezade, Dolmabahçe Cd., 34357 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye
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Dolmabahce Palace built in 19 th century is one of the most glamorous palaces in the world. Dolmabahce Palace was the administrative center of the late Ottoman Empire with the last of Ottoman Sultans was residing there.
Altindere Valley National Park, Altındere, 61750 Maçka/Trabzon, Türkiye
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The Sümela Monastery, located at a 1200 meters height on the steep cliff at a 1200 meters height on the steep cliff at Macka region of Trabzon city in Turkey, is a 1600 year old ancient Orthodox monastery nestled in the picturesque forests of the Pontic Mountains.
Atatürk, Efes Harabeleri, 35920 Selçuk/İzmir, Türkiye
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Ephesus is one of the world's largest and most impressive ancient cities, and also one of Türkiye's most important. Its cultural and historical significance was confirmed by its UNESCO World Heritage status in 2015. The city's ruins lie just 80 km inland from the famous seaside city of İzmir and near the charming towns of Selcuk and Sirince.
The Celsus Library is an ancient Roman architectural structure in Ephesus, Anatolia, located near the modern town of Selçuk, in the İzmir province of western Türkiye. The library has a two-story facade, and inside is a large room measuring between 10.90 and 16.70 meters. This library room sits on a vaulted foundation. The structure is surrounded by an additional wall, which helps protect it from moisture.
Ulucamii, Akropol Cd. No:6, 35700 Bergama/İzmir, Türkiye
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In the Aegean region, on a hillside overlooking an area irrigated by the Bakırçay River, lie the ruins of a city known in antiquity as Kaikos. This city was Pergamon, the heart of the ancient world. Its archaeological layers contain significant evidence reflecting the region's remarkable cultural synthesis and the historical continuity of the relationships between these cultures.
The Valley of the Kings is a famous archaeological site located on the west bank of the Nile in the Luxor Governorate of Egypt. It is renowned for being the burial place of many ancient Egyptian pharaohs and nobles from the New Kingdom period.
Karnak is a vast ancient temple complex located near Luxor in the Luxor Governorate of Egypt. It is one of the most significant and well-preserved temple complexes in Egypt, and it played a central role in ancient Egyptian religious practices and architecture.
The Tomb of Tutankhamun, also known as the "Tutankhamun's Burial Chamber," is one of the most famous archaeological discoveries in history. It is located in the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of the Nile River near Luxor, Egypt.
The Western Valley is an Egyptian archaeological locality situated adjacent to Luxor's Valley of the Kings and contains a number of remarkable pharaonic burials additional to the main Valley. The Western Valley is also known in Arabic as the Wadi al-Gurud (Valley of the Monkeys), on account of the representations of baboons in several tomb paintings found within the wadi.
The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is one of the most remarkable ancient monuments in Egypt, which surely you will love to visit. The temple was built to honour Queen Hatshepsut, one of the most successful pharaohs in Egyptian history. Located opposite the city of Luxor, it is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient architecture.
Ibrahim Ali, Kom Ghorab, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate 4244001, Egypt
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The Hanging Church (also known as Al-Moallaqa) is so named because it was built on the southern gate of a Roman fort. Palm logs and layers of stone were erected on the ruins of the Roman fort to form its foundation. The Hanging Church is a unique structure with a wooden roof shaped like Noah's Ark.
The tomb of Lihyan, son of Kuza, also known as Qasr Al Farid or “Lonely Castle,” is a famous and iconic mausoleum in Mada’in Salih, Hegra, Al Ula, Saudi Arabia. It is believed to have been built in the first century AD and is unmatched in its ancient design and architecture.
Giza is the third largest city in Egypt by area, after Cairo and Alexandria. It is the capital of Giza province, with a total population of 4,458,135 as of 2023. The city is located on the west bank of the Nile River, opposite central Cairo, and is part of the Greater Cairo metropolitan area.
Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, was an important Mediterranean seaport and a major economic and cultural center, founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC. Situated on the western edge of the Nile Delta, the city stretched approximately 40 kilometers along the country's northern coast.
The Kom El Shoqafa catacombs are one of Alexandria's most fascinating historical sites, renowned for their unique blend of ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architectural styles. This remarkable burial site, dating from the 2nd century AD, clearly demonstrates the diverse cultural influences that shaped Alexandria.
Nestled in Syria's majestic Qalamoun Mountains, Maaloula is one of the last places in the world where the ancient Aramaic language – the language spoken by Jesus Christ – still exists. This village offers a rare glimpse into the past, a place where history, religion, and culture intertwine to create an unforgettable experience for both pilgrims and tourists.
