Bogazkale

Bogazkale is a town and district in the Çorum Province of Turkey. It is located in the central Black Sea region of Anatolia. The town is situated on a hilly landscape. Bogazkale is most famous for being the site of the ancient Hittite capital city of Hattusa. Hattusa was a major center of the Hittite Empire, which flourished in the Late Bronze Age. The archaeological ruins of Hattusa are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attract many tourists and researchers.

The site of Hattusa includes impressive fortifications, temples, palaces, and rock sanctuaries. Notable structures include the Great Temple, the King's Gate, and the Sphinx Gate. Excavations at Hattusa have unearthed thousands of cuneiform tablets, providing invaluable insights into Hittite history, religion, and administration. The modern town of Bogazkale serves as a base for visiting the archaeological site. Accommodation and basic amenities are available for visitors. The area surrounding Bogazkale is primarily agricultural.