Byzantine Empire Today Marks 200 Years of Greek Independence from Ottoman Rule! 5 years ago Today, March 25, 2021, marks the 200th anniversary of Greek independence from the Ottoman Empire and the birth of a… Turkey Opens 2,900-year-old Altintepe Fortress to Tourists 6 years ago Visitors to eastern Turkey will now be able to experience the amazing 2,900-year-old ruins of Altintepe Fortress.