Most Famous Hittite Artworks
The Hittite civilization, a formidable power in the ancient Near East, left behind a rich artistic legacy that offers invaluable insights into their society, religion, and interactions with neighboring cultures....
Tagged: Yazılıkaya
Yazılıkaya in the Hittite Empire
Yazılıkaya, meaning “Inscribed Rock” in Turkish, stands as one of the most remarkable archaeological sites from the Hittite Empire. Located near the ancient capital of Hattusa in present-day Çorum Province,...
Tarḫunna in Hittite Mythology
Tarḫunna, also known as Tarḫuna or Tarḫuna-i, occupies a pivotal role in Hittite mythology as the supreme weather god. Revered as the “Weather God of Heaven” and the “Lord of...
