Turkish Archaeology

Turkish archaeology studies ancient and historic artifacts, sites, and monuments within Turkey, revealing the region’s rich cultural and historical past. It investigates civilizations such as the Hittites, Phrygians, Urartians, Byzantines, and Ottomans, among others. Archaeologists uncover and analyze artifacts like pottery, structures, and inscriptions to understand past societies, their economies, religions, and daily life. Turkey’s strategic location links Europe and Asia, making it a crossroads for many ancient civilizations. Ongoing excavations at sites like Göbekli Tepe and Troy continue to expand knowledge of human history and cultural development in this historically significant region.