The traces of an ancient necropolis have been unearthed during the construction of a culture center in the northern province of Sinop’s Gelincik neighborhood. The construction has been halted and excavation work has begun with the permission of the General Directorate of Cultural Heritage and Museums.Details are scarce so far, but this is worth keeping an eye on.
Sinop Museum Director Hüseyin Vural said many artifacts dating back to the 4th century B.C. have been found through the eastern border of the necropolis.
“There are tombs and amphora among the artifacts as well as tomb gifts such as various types of Greek pottery, scent bottles and coins. We have also unearthed findings related to the Jewish faith in the west of the necropolis area. Works have been continuing,” he said.
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Via Mark Miller at Ancient Origins. There was also a report yesterday, but the English was so bad it was very hard to follow, so I decided to wait for something clearer. The Governor of Sinop, if he is being quoted correctly and in context with the "6,000 years," seems to be confused about the chronology.
