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Imagine bringing back an ancient culture through the Metaverse? That is precisely what happened in Turkey. In particular, ‘’The House of Dionysus’’ — discovered in the ancient city of Zeugma — will soon set foot in the metaverse. This ancient place is located in the south-eastern province of Gaziantep, Turkey.
Recently, Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality introduced a venture to showcase artifacts in the Zeugma Mosaic Museum in the virtual space. Thousands of locals and foreigners have gotten the chance to experience this 3D museum on the virtual platform.
In an event titled ‘’First Step to the Metaverse World’’ held at the Planetarium and Science Center, Gaziantep Metropolitan Mayor Fatma Sahin said that Gaziantep is rich in ancient history. Şahin stated that Turkey must keep up with the times in order to prepare for the youth. She remarked that those people who see the world of the future today and “do what is necessary” will build the future.
We have made the first step for the new world. With its five ancient cities, inns, and museums, Gaziantep will be included in the metaverse for enthusiasts.
Additionally, she said that even if the people do not have time to visit this ancient city, they can experience it via the metaverse.
Turkey is already making its way across blockchain technology, picking up NFT and metaverse projects.
Recently, Toyota Turkey conducted its annual strategy meeting in the metaverse, adding a new historical milestone in the country’s automobile industry.
Moreover, Ankara University in Turkey introduced a new course on NFTs in its curriculum.
Furthermore, the Digital Transformation team of the country is looking to propose a Turkish term for NFT.
Gaziantep — known as Antep in ancient times — is Turkey’s gastronomic city, which is famous for the world’s finest pistachios and delicious Antep baklavasi (sweets). Several important artifacts were unearthed from Zeugma like the small remnants of cult-related sculptures, and Zeugma mosaics.