Hattusa, also Hattuşa, Ḫattuša, Hattusas, or Hattusha, was the capital of the Hittite Empire in the late Bronze Age during two distinct periods. Its ruins lie near modern Boğazkale, Turkey (originally Boğazköy) within the great loop of the Kızılırmak River (Hittite: Marashantiya; Greek: Halys).

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.

Sep 11, 2021 · Hattusas is a remarkable archaeological site in terms of its urban structure, preserved construction types and rich ornaments, and its rock art collection.

Feb 4, 2025 · Larger works of art such as statues of rulers or images of gods were not found; they were probably taken with them when the city was left after the fall of the empire. The finds can be seen in the museums mentioned above, as well as in …

Sep 1, 2021 · Texier had located the ruins of Hattusa, the massive capital of the Bronze Age Hittite empire, one of the most powerful and mysterious civilizations in Anatolian history. Much of the city was still standing.

Founded around 1650 BC, Hattusha was the capital of the Hittite Empire and became the focus of the arts and architecture of that time as the capital of one of the four great powers of the Bronze...

Important sites of Hittite arts and crafts include Hattusa, Inandik, Eskiyapar, Alacahoyuk, Alisar and Ferzant. Note: For another Anatolian culture, from the era of Mesolithic art, see the important archeological site of Gobekli Tepe (c.9,500 BCE).

Dec 13, 2024 · Hattusa is renowned for its rich array of artifacts, particularly the cuneiform royal archives known as the Bogazköy Archive. These clay tablets offer invaluable insights into Hittite administration, culture, legal systems, and international relations.

Apr 11, 2021 · Hattusa has a rich history with its six-kilometre walls surrounding the ancient city, its monumental gates, the 71-meter-long underground passage, and 31 temples unearthed so far. The Lion Gate, the King Gate, and the Yazılıkaya Open Air Temple are some of …

The only archaeology left in Hattusa today are the outline of the vast city walls and huge palaces and temple sites. The reconstructed Lion and Sphinx gates give some idea of the city walls but the rest is left to tour imagination.