Hittite Empire

The Hittite Empire was an ancient civilization that flourished in Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) from around the 17th to the 11th century BCE. Known for their advanced culture, the Hittites developed a complex society with a successful economy based on agriculture, trade, and metallurgy. They mastered chariot warfare and often engaged in conflicts with neighboring powers like Egypt and Assyria. The Hittites contributed to writing in cuneiform script and left behind important legal and religious texts. Their empire eventually declined due to invasions and internal strife, but their influence on language and culture persisted in the region.