Farmer discovers ancient mosaic of bird in southeastern Turkey

A Turkish farmer discovered Monday a centuries-old colourful mosaic in southeastern Turkey's Adiyaman province.

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The farmer found the mosaic bearing a bird figure while he was working on his field located near the rural areas of Guneykas village of Besni district.

After stumbling upon the ancient art, locals contacted the gendarmerie to inform them about the discovery.

Officials from the provincial directorate of museums will now conduct a rescue excavation in the area. Archaeologists have not yet pinpointed the exact origins of the mosaic, but estimate that it is from the 5th century AD and covers a much larger area.

The Regional Council for the Protection of Cultural Heritage in Sanliurfa will also monitor the digs, and launch the necessary procedures to ensure the historical mosaic is registered and preserved.

There have been previous discoveries regarding mosaics or ancient artifacts in the city, either by locals or archaeologists.

Source: Daily Sabah [August 19, 2019]