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The Zeugma Mosaic Museum, one of the world’s largest and most significant mosaic museums, has reported a strong start to 2026, welcoming 73,116 visitors in the first three months of the year. The figures underscore the museum’s continued role as a central cultural and tourism hub in southeastern Türkiye.
Established in 2011 along the historic Silk Road in Gaziantep, the museum spans 30,000 square meters and showcases mosaics and artifacts excavated from the ancient city of Zeugma on the banks of the Euphrates River. Among the museum’s most renowned exhibits are the “Gypsy Girl” mosaic, the Mars statue, and Roman-era fountains.
Museum Director Ozgur Comak emphasized that Zeugma has achieved international recognition for its unique collection. Despite disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic and the Feb. 6 earthquakes, visitor numbers have rebounded significantly. In 2024, the museum welcomed 466,000 visitors, and in 2025, it set a new record with 616,000 visits, marking the highest annual figure in its history.
“Although we began 2026 with severe winter conditions, the current figures indicate that we are on track to surpass last year’s record,” Comak said. He highlighted that improved weather and the spring season are expected to further increase visitor flow.
The Zeugma Mosaic Museum in Gaziantep has become an essential destination for both domestic and international travelers interested in history and archaeology. As one of the largest mosaic museums in the world, it attracts visitors from across Europe, Asia, and beyond who include it as a cornerstone of tours through southeastern Türkiye.
Domestic tourism flows frequently link Zeugma with other regional highlights such as Sanliurfa and local historical routes, supporting robust hotel occupancy and broader economic benefits for the region.
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