Here you can find information about excavations in the ancient city of Ephesus in Izmir province.
6,000-year old Neolithic remains have been found as a result of excavations going on for 101 years in the ancient city of Ephesus in Izmir province.

Excavations in the Cukurca tumulus located 500 meters east from the Magnesia Gate of Ephesus were started in 1995. After an interruption, excavations were re-started in October 2000 under the supervision of archeologist Adil Evren and prehistory expert Feride Ozen.
During the excavations various ceramic pieces, an instrument used in weaving, and a stone ax have been found. Heavily damaged foundation remains and traces of a fire have also been discovered.
Officials have pointed out that in the light of the discoveries in Ephesus more detailed information about Neolithic and ancient bronze eras will be obtained.

According to the specialists opinion, these findings have led to the conclusion that Ephesus is a much older city than it was supposed.
Another group of experts from Austria, led by Doc. Dr. Stephen Karli has completed a four-month excavation work and returned to Austria.
Some of their most important discoveries include a gladiators combat practice area and a marble ladder carved in the mountain, which were found during exploratory excavations in the stadium area of Ephesus.
Excavations in the Church of Mary have gave us new details about the history of the church. Evidence suggests that the church did not exist before the Third Council held in 431, and was in fact constructed after this date. Later some changes in the building were made.
Reconstruction of the ancient theatre, damaged during various cultural activities, and going on for four years, is still continuing and a long term reconstruction project is planned with Austrian cooperation.
A new project for the protection of nearby mountain-side houses has been prepared. A Turco-Austrian commission has been established to follow up the studies in this area.

The restoration of the Hadrian Gate, one of the most important parts of the ancient city, has been completed.
Officials underlined that even though excavations in Ephesus have been going on for 101 years, only 15 percent of the research has been completed, adding that research could continue for another 1000 years. In the coming years, more attention will be given to restoration, rather than new discoveries and excavations.
Laboratories are being established to preserve the findings for the future.