Important: These visits require prior registration and are open only to registered conference participants.
Yenikapı Shipwrecks Special Visit
Dates & Times:
17 September 2025, 18:00–19:00
18 September 2025, 18:00–19:00
Description: Guided visit to the remarkable archaeological site of the Yenikapı shipwrecks, one of the world’s largest collections of Byzantine and Ottoman era ship remains. Link
Participation is limited to 30 people per session (total capacity: 60). Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Click here for registration: First Day (17 September 2025, 18:00-19:00)
Click here for registration: Second Day (18 September 2025, 18:00-19:00)
Optional Museum & Library Visits (during lunch breaks)
IU Rare Books Library Collections (Optional Visit during Lunch Breaks)
Dates & Times:
17 September 2025, 13:30–14:30
19 September 2025, 13:30–14:30
Description: Discover rare manuscripts and printed books from Istanbul University’s unique collection. Link
Participation is limited to 30 people per session (total capacity: 60). Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Click here for registration: First Day (17 September 2025, 13:30-14:30)
Click here for registration: Second Day (19 September 2025, 13:30-14:30)
Rıdvan Çelikel Archaeology Museum (Optional Visit during Lunch Breaks)
Dates & Times:
17 September 2025, 12:30–14:30
19 September 2025, 12:30–14:30
Description: View archaeological artefacts from the region, including important finds from Istanbul and its surroundings. Link
No participant limit for this visit.
IU Turkish Hamam Culture Museum (Optional Visit during Lunch Breaks)
Dates & Times:
17 September 2025, 12:30–14:30
19 September 2025, 12:30–14:30
Description: Explore the rich history and culture of traditional Turkish bathhouses in this museum. Link
No participant limit for this visit.
