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The Ministry of Culture, through the Ephorate of Antiquities of Preveza and the Directorate of Restoration of Ancient Monuments, is proceeding with the restoration of the stage building and backstage area of the grand theatre in Ancient Nicopolis, incorporating specific interventions into the overall plan for the enhancement of the archaeological site.

The restoration of a nearly 2,800-year-old water cistern from the Urartu period, found within Harput Castle in Türkiye's eastern Anatolia region, has been successfully finalized.

A blacksmith living in the northern province of Karabük's Safranbolu district has been producing iron parts for the doors and windows of historical mansions around the county for 46 years.

Archaeological excavations at the 8,000-year-old ancient city of Hattusha in the Boğazkale district of Çorum, which started 118 years ago, are continuing this year with the participation of academics from various disciplines.

Scientists are focussing on seven Greek islands under the microscope, namely Agathonisi, Amorgos, Thasos, Kassos, Serios, Sifnos, and Paxos to calculate their current needs in terms of future water demand.

The Culture and Tourism Ministry is planning to turn Cappadocia, known for hot balloon rides and fairy chimneys, into a big venue for weddings and honeymoons, hoping to lure visitors from all around the world for such special occasions.

Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum, housing unique artifacts from the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Göbeklitepe and Karahantepe, is a year-round destination for history and culture enthusiasts.

Discussions between "There Is Such a People" (TISP) and the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) on supporting the third mandate began with a positive tone, focusing on common ground.

Japan's Sado mines added to World Heritage list. A network of mines on a Japanese island infamous for using conscripted wartime labor was added to UNESCO's World Heritage register on July 27 after South Korea dropped earlier objections to its listing.

In 2023, more than 32 million tourists visited Greece, a number that was 17.6% higher compared to 2022. Overtourism is already a reality on many Greek islands, and appears to be largely responsible for making existing water scarcity more severe.