History in Turkey

A monument completed by a Third Reich sculptor in 1935 in Ankara's central park encourages Turks to "be proud, work hard, and have trust."

This column celebrates Rome's victory over the Goths, and may be the oldest Roman monument in Istanbul.

A beautiful 19th-century Armenian mansion is preserved above an unassuming cafe.

This historic hotel preserves many treasures from its heyday hosting passengers on the Orient Express.

A section of the long chain that blocked enemy ships from entering Constantinople.

A surprising and unconventional mosque hidden in the subsoil of Istanbul.

A small etching on the white marble parapet was written in runic script by a Viking mercenary.

The ornate miniature mansions were built for Istanbul's feathered residents.

The ancient abodes are a testament to human ingenuity amid harsh climates.

Seven early Christians were sealed into a cave where legend has it they slept unharmed for centuries.

In this historic region, homes and churches are carved into ancient volcanic rock formations.