Four-Generation Monument from the Late Hittite Period with Luwian Hieroglyphs: The İspeçkır Stele
Discovered in 1907 in the Darende district of Malatya, Türkiye, the İspeçkır Stele is an extraordinary artifact from the Late Hittite Period (circa 1200–700 BCE). Today, it is on display at the Sivas Archaeology Museum, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the royal lineage and belief systems of the ancient Hittite world. The monument features
The Karatepe Inscriptions in the UNESCO Memory of the World Register May Help Decipher Ancient Civilizations
The Karatepe Inscriptions, located in the Kadirli district of Osmaniye, Türkiye, and listed in the UNESCO Memory of the World Register, continue to shed light on ancient civilizations through ongoing archaeological research. Associate Professor Dr. Faris Demir of Osmaniye Korkut Ata University emphasizes the global importance of these bilingual inscriptions. Found in the open-air museum
Hittite Period İmamkulu rock relief
İmamkulu Relief is one of the most beautiful examples of Hittite period (probably 13th century) art. İmamkulu relief is located near İmamkulu village in Develi district of Kayseri province. The relief measures approximately 3.25 meters x 2 meters and has been exposed to considerable weathering. It was carved into the smooth surface of a large