The 2025 archaeological excavation season has officially commenced at Blaundos, an ancient city located in the Ulubey district of western Turkey’s Uşak province.
Perched dramatically on a high plateau surrounded by deep valleys, Blaundos dates back to the Hellenistic era and saw significant development during the Roman period. The site is renowned for its remarkably well-preserved structures, including city walls, temples, a theater, stadium, and colonnaded streets, offering vital insight into ancient urban planning and architecture.
Ahead of this year’s dig, Uşak Governor Naci Aktaş visited the site and received a briefing from Yavuz Çakar, the Provincial Director of Culture and Tourism, outlining the goals and priorities for the new excavation phase.
Governor Aktaş symbolically launched the season by striking the first blow with a spade. Archaeological work at Blaundos initially began in 2018 and has continued with growing academic and public interest.
In a press statement, Aktaş announced that a 20-member team will focus this season’s efforts on three major areas: the northern temple, the stadium, and the colonnaded street.
“Our goal is to uncover and preserve the rich cultural heritage of both our province and our country,” said Aktaş. “These excavations not only contribute to historical understanding but also aim to promote Uşak as a cultural and tourism hub, welcoming more visitors from Turkey and abroad.”
