Decorative Art of the Golden Gate
The outer entrance of the Golden Gate was not only a strong military structure but also a beautifully decorated monument. It reflected the artistic...
Porta Aurea
The Grand State Entrance
The Porta Aurea, also known as the Golden Gate, was the official ceremonial entrance into the city of Constantinople. It was...
Support for Dating the Golden Gate to Theodosius the Great
There are several reasons to believe that the Golden Gate (Porta Aurea) was built during the reign of Theodosius the Great. One strong piece...
Harran School of Thought
The University of Harran, with roots dating back to the earliest centuries, housed the renowned “Harran School of Thought,” one of the world’s three...
Discovering Sanliurfa
Legends and Ancient Roots
Nimrod’s Defeat The Legend of the Lame Mosquito
In the mythical past, God, determined to humble the mighty King Nimrod, sent forth...
Discovering Bogazkale
Hattusa Echoes of Ancient Powers
Hittite Dominion Egypt, Babel, Mitanni, and Hittite Supremacy
In the antique East, the great powers of Egypt, Babel, Mitanni, and the...
