Büyükkale, Archaeological citadel in Hattusa, Turkey.
Located on the highest point of Hattusa, Büyükkale features stone fortification walls, administrative buildings, and multiple internal courtyards spanning several levels.
The citadel served as the administrative center of the Hittite Empire between the 17th and 13th centuries BCE, housing royal family members and military personnel.
Archaeological excavations at Büyükkale have revealed numerous clay tablets containing Hittite texts, administrative records, and religious documents from the Bronze Age period.
Visitors can access the site through guided tours from Çorum, with the best viewing conditions occurring during morning hours from April through October.
The architectural layout of Büyükkale incorporates thirty-one temples, including significant structures dedicated to the Storm God and the Sun Goddess of Arinna.
Location: Hattusa
Location: Çorum Province
GPS coordinates: 40.01500,34.61861
Latest update: May 10, 2025 19:59
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