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Archaeological site · Boğazkale, Çorum
Hattuşa
Gates, walls and temple foundations allow one to tour the ancient capital of the Hittite Empire, near Boğazkale.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Hattuşa
Hattuşa was the capital of the Hittite Empire and occupies a large hillside site near Boğazkale.
Monumental gates, stretches of walls and temple foundations allow recognition of the city's layout. The visit requires relating separated structures, often preserved only in part. The complex is a World Heritage Site and represents one of the main places to learn about Hittite civilization.
Organize the route according to the terrain and available access points, with time to stop in different sectors. The scale is much larger than that of a small urban site. Reading the signage and having a guide can help turn blocks and foundations into a clearer vision of the ancient capital.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
Three to four hours for the main sectors.
Best time
Reserve the start of the day for Hattusa and spread gates and temples across the terrain; May, June, September and October are usually more comfortable than the peak heat on the plateau.
How to get there
From Boğazkale, follow the signposted access to Hattusa and organize circulation through the site's sectors.
Tip
Do not reserve just a quick stop: the gates and temples are spread over a wide area.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Hattuşa
Can Hattusa be toured as a small, flat site?
The ancient capital occupies a wide hillside area. Gates, temples and walls are distributed across sectors, and the visit requires planning circulation over the terrain.
What remains standing in Hattusa?
The complex mixes partially preserved structures, foundations and defensive stretches. Reading the panels helps imagine the function of the buildings without expecting to find a complete city still standing.
Is it worth hiring a guide for Hattusa?
A guide who explains Hittite history can help relate foundations and gates. Even without a guide, allow time for the signage and to understand the scale of the ancient capital.