Archaeological Site of Troy
Overview
Troy, with its 4,000 years of history, is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world. The first excavations at the site were undertaken by the famous archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann in 1870. In scientific terms, its extensive remains are the most significant demonstration of the first contact between the civilizations of Anatolia and the Mediterranean world. Moreover, the siege of Troy by Spartan and Achaean warriors from Greece in the 13th or 12th century B.C., immortalized by Homer in the Iliad, has inspired great creative artists throughout the world ever since.
About Archaeological Site of Troy
Troy or Ilion was an ancient city located in present-day Çanakkale, Turkey. It is best known as the setting for the Greek myth of the Trojan War. The archaeological site is open to the public as a tourist destination, and was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1998.
Read more on WikipediaSelection Criteria
(ii)(iii)
Components(1 location)
Details
- Countries
- Türkiye
- ISO Codes
- TR
- Area
- 158 ha
- Coordinates
- 39.9564, 26.2390
Stay Nearby
Archaeological Site of Troy
Attractions & Tickets
Archaeological Site of Troy
Getting Here
Archaeological Site of Troy