In a significant development for Türkiye’s cultural preservation efforts, Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy convened the fourth meeting of the ministry’s “Legacy for the Future” project at the historic site of Asklepion in the ancient city of Pergamon (modern-day Bergama) with a staggering budget allocation of TL 1 billion ($32.23 million) the project aims to revitalize and conserve the rich cultural heritage of Bergama through extensive archaeological excavations and restoration initiatives.
The project encompasses a strategic extension of excavation periods to 12 months in Bergama, facilitating comprehensive archaeological exploration. Moreover, in a notable appointment, professor Yusuf Sezgin, head of the Aigai excavation and an associate professor at Celal Bayar University in Manisa, has been appointed as the coordinator of the excavation team, underscoring the project’s commitment to scholarly leadership.
“As you know, in 2019, we…