Byzantine period


Mosaic with Star of David and Hidden Messages in Ancient Greek Found in Turkey

Turkish archaeologists found a 35 sqm mosaic in Diyarbakır with a Star of David, cross motif, six lines of Ancient Greek text, and geometric patterns during a grave excavation in Ergani district.

Illustration: Star of David mosaic.

A youth in the wall: Excavations in ancient Philippi reveal continued habitation until 11th century

The excavations have provided new data about the multifaceted history of Philippi after the 6th century CE, overturning previous assumptions that the city was abandoned during this period.

A youth in the wall: Excavations in ancient Philippi reveal continued habitation until 11th century CE.