Yazılıkaya, Ancient Hittite sanctuary in Çorum Province, Turkey.
The archaeological site contains two chambers carved into natural limestone outcrops, featuring detailed reliefs of 64 deities in ceremonial processions.
Dating to 1300 BCE, Yazılıkaya served as a religious center near Hattusa, where Hittite kings performed sacred rituals and ceremonies.
The rock reliefs display male deities on the left wall and female deities on the right, leading to central figures of Teshub and Hebat.
The site maintains regular visiting hours throughout the year and provides informational panels explaining the significance of each carved figure and relief.
Scientists discovered that the sanctuary functioned as a calendar device, with reliefs representing celestial cycles and seasonal changes.
Location: Çorum Province
Inception: 13 century BCE
Part of: Hattusha: the Hittite Capital
GPS coordinates: 40.02543,34.63271
Latest update: May 13, 2025 06:32
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