Türkiye
Economy
Opinion
World
Arts & Life
Sports
Photo
Rock tombs in ancient Kaunos face extinction threat
Rock tombs in ancient Kaunos face extinction threat
The archaic rock tombs in the ancient city of Kaunos in Turkey’s Aegean region are under the threat of extinction, losing their structural integrity due to the deterioration of rocks. (DHA Photo)
Speaking to Demirören News Agency, Yücel Okutur, the head of a regional tourism association, said officials have been waiting for support from the Culture and Tourism Ministry to actualize a restoration project presented to TÜBİTAK in 2010.
Located in the Aegean province of Muğla’s Dalyan resort town, the ancient city dates back to some 3,000 years and is also inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage Site tentative list.
ALL PHOTOS
Global South needs $2 trillion a year to tame, cope with climate
Winter arrives in Turkey as snowfall hits metropolises
Kütahya province welcomes winter with snowfall
Ancient Dara captivates tourists
Ancient Patara lures visitors
Enchanting sunset scenery from 'Little Venice'
Blanket of snow covers renowned crater lake
Frozen Lake Çıldır lures visitors
Postcard-like winter views from Turkey's Bitlis
