# Archaeological excavations in Bursa Tophane

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/archaeological-excavations-in-bursa-tophane
> Updated: 2026-10-05T09:00:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Archaeological excavations have resumed in the Tophane district of Bursa, specifically within Haşim İşcan Park. Conducted in coordination with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Bursa Museum Directorate, the work focuses on ten galleries located in the lower level of the ‘Old Palace’ area.

These sites contain historical traces spanning the Iron Age, Archaic period, Byzantine, Late Roman, and Ottoman eras. In addition to the excavations, the Bursa Metropolitan Municipality is planning restoration, environmental landscaping, and the potential integration of digital exhibition spaces to showcase the region’s history.

## Claims

- Archaeological excavation works in Tophane have restarted. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Excavations began in July in coordination with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Bursa Museum Directorate. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The lower level of the 'Old Palace' area contains 10 separate galleries. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The site contains remains from the Ottoman, Byzantine, Late Roman, Iron Age, and Archaic periods. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- A restoration and environmental landscaping project is being prepared for the area. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Officials are discussing the possibility of creating digital exhibition areas in the galleries. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-05: Bursa Tophane archaeological excavations resume

Archaeological excavations have resumed in Bursa's Tophane district. The municipality is planning restoration and potential digital exhibitions for the Byzantine and Ottoman-era galleries.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bursa-tophane-archaeological-excavations-resume

### 2026-10-05: Tofaş sustains 20-year support for Hierapolis archaeological sites

Tofaş continues its 20-year support for archaeological excavations and restoration at the Hierapolis Ancient City, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Turkey.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tofa-sustains-20-year-support-for-hierapolis-archaeological-sites

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