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Recent restoration work at the historical amphitheater of Aspendos has sparked outrage among tourists and cultural associations, as white marble has been used on the ancient site's stairs and seats rather than stones of the original texture and color.

Teams digging in an ancient city on Turkey?s Mediterranean coast that was once home to pirates discover a variety of artifacts, including anchors and a bath Once a hub for pirate activity, the ancient city of Antiocheia Ad Cragnum in Antalya?s Gazipa?a district is now undergoing renewed excavations that is shedding new light on the history of the area.

The Side International Culture and Arts Festival, which has been organized for 13 years in Side in the southern province of Antalya’s Manavgat district, will be organized this year with a new name concept.

The event, organized by the Manavgat Municipality, will host national and international artists as the Side World Music Culture and Arts Festival.