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Code of Conduct – Limes Congress
The International Congress of Roman Frontier Studies (Limes Congress) is committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for everyone. We want all...
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We know that this guide may not answer all your questions. For that reason, we have a team of friendly volunteers and staff who...
Seljuq and Mamluk Architecture
Chair Nikos Tsivikis
This session focuses on towers and fortifications from various cultural and historical backgrounds across the Middle East and Anatolia.
Stéphane Pradines
Islamic, Armenian, or...
Aram-Naharaim An Ancient Land in the Bible
Aram-Naharaim is a name used in the Bible to describe an ancient region in Mesopotamia, the land between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. It...
Ancient Village and Assyrian History on Cudi Dagh
Dr. Ibrahim Baz, vice-rector of Sirnak University, gave a fascinating PowerPoint presentation called “An Ancient Settlement on Judi Mount: Shah Village and Sheik Yahya...
Science and the Ark’s Resting Place
Anne Habermehl gave a presentation called “The Role of Science in Determining the Resting-Place of the Ark.” One of her key points was that...
When was Istanbul settled?
Istanbul daily tours – The earliest-known settlement in the area, which people now know as Istanbul, was probably founded around 1000 BC. Its name...
Ensar on Chinese state TV
Customized Guided Tour – Ensar Islamoglu on CCTV
Chinese Television got the best guide for their customized guided tour. It was Ensar’s pleasure to tell them...
Where does the name Istanbul come from?
Istanbul Tours – Istanbul was officially adopted as a sole name in 1930. Through the ages the city of Istanbul has changed its name...