Göbekli Tepe, Prehistoric temple complex in Sanliurfa Province, Turkey
The archaeological site features circular enclosures with T-shaped limestone pillars reaching heights of 6 meters and weighing up to 20 tons.
German archaeologist Klaus Schmidt initiated systematic excavations in 1995, revealing structures dating back to 9600 BCE, predating Stonehenge by several millennia.
The stone pillars display intricate carvings of animals and geometric patterns, indicating advanced artistic abilities and religious practices of Neolithic hunter-gatherers.
Visitors can access the site through guided tours, which include interpretive displays at the modern visitor center explaining the excavation processes.
Ground-penetrating radar surveys indicate that 95% of the archaeological site remains unexplored beneath the surface, containing additional circular structures.
Location: Şanlıurfa Province
Location: Haliliye
Inception: 10 Millenium BCE
Elevation above the sea: 760 m
Website: https://muze.gov.tr/muze-detay?sectionId=SGT01&distId=SGT
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:30-18:30
Phone: 04143131588
Website: https://muze.gov.tr/muze-detay?sectionId=SGT01&distId=SGT
GPS coordinates: 37.22306,38.92250
Latest update: June 5, 2025 10:07
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