History and archaeology / Archaeological site
Gavurkale Hittite Rock Monument
Haymana, Ankara
A small but important cult site near Haymana, known for its Hittite deity reliefs carved into the rock and its wall remains.
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Its story
Gavurkale is on a rocky hill overlooking its surroundings near the Dereköy neighborhood of Haymana. The relief carved into the rock face shows two male deities standing opposite a seated goddess; this relief is dated to the Hittite Imperial period. On the hill are remains of walls built of large stone blocks and a burial chamber. The site was first excavated in the 1930s at Atatürk's request, with further research in later years. Whether the structure was used as a fortress, a temple or a lookout point is debated.
Key facts
- Period
- Hittite Imperial period (2nd millennium BC)
- Admission
- Free (open area)
- Getting there
- Northeast of Haymana, Dereköy road; private car
- Visit duration
- 45 minutes
Trip purpose
- Free
- Photography
- Quiet
Location
39.53130, 32.55874
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gavur_Kalesi | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gavur_Castle | https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=39.5312965&mlon=32.5587426#map=17/39.5312965/32.5587426