Hattusha: the Hittite Capital

Overview

The archaeological site of Hattusha, former capital of the Hittite Empire, is notable for its urban organization, the types of construction that have been preserved (temples, royal residences, fortifications), the rich ornamentation of the Lions' Gate and the Royal Gate, and the ensemble of rock art at Yazilikaya. The city enjoyed considerable influence in Anatolia and northern Syria in the 2nd millennium B.C.

Selection Criteria

(i)(ii)(iii)(iv)

Components(4 locations)

• •Kayali Bogaz (outpost)377-003
• •Osmankayasi (rock necropolis)377-004
• •Hattousa and Ibikçam Forest377-001
• •Yazilikaya (rupestral sanctuary)377-002

Details

Countries

Türkiye

ISO Codes

TR

Area

268.46 ha

Coordinates

40.0139, 34.6206