Explore Boğazköy in Türkiye, discover the ancient Hittite capital of Hattusha, visit impressive archaeological sites and combine a cultural journey with a relaxing holiday in central Anatolia.
Discover the Hittite Heritage of Boğazköy
Boğazköy, in Çorum Province of central Türkiye, is best known for its connection with Hattusha, the former capital of the Hittite Empire. The archaeological site lies in a mountainous landscape and preserves remarkable evidence of one of the major civilizations of the ancient Near East. Hattusha became a political and religious centre during the 2nd millennium BCE and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visitors can explore the Lower and Upper City, ancient temples and monumental fortifications. Among the most famous landmarks are the Lion’s Gate, Royal Gate and Sphinx Gate. The Great Temple in the Lower City was one of the most important religious and economic centres of ancient Hattusha. The enormous city walls, extending for more than eight kilometres, demonstrate the scale of the ancient capital.
Yazılıkaya and a Cultural Journey
A short distance from Hattusha lies Yazılıkaya, an extraordinary open-air rock sanctuary decorated with Hittite reliefs depicting gods, goddesses and royal figures. Together, Hattusha and Yazılıkaya provide an opportunity to understand the political, religious and architectural traditions of the Hittite world.
A trip to Boğazköy is therefore particularly appealing to travellers interested in archaeology, ancient history and cultural tourism. The surrounding Anatolian landscape also adds a scenic dimension to the journey. Exploring the ruins at a relaxed pace allows visitors to combine archaeological discoveries with the atmosphere of a traditional region far from Türkiye’s major coastal resorts.
