The excavation of Miletus began in the late 19th century and has continued intermittently over the years. The first systematic excavations were conducted by a German archaeological team led by Carl Humann, starting in 1899. The excavations focused on uncovering the ancient city's remains and retrieving numerous artifacts. Since then, various archaeological expeditions from different countries have contributed to the exploration and excavation of Miletus. Notable excavations have been carried out