Hattusas - Top 10 travel destinations in Turkey

Hattusas is another city in Turkey worthy of visiting. Visitors would want to see the ruins of Büyük Tapinak. This temple is surrounded by a wall and is dedicated to the Sun Goddess and Storm God of Arinna. It was built during the supremacy of Hattusilis III, which is the final great Hittite king. Indications of the temple as a significant public building in the ancient times are the presence of offices, storerooms and workshops. The actual temple is situated in the center and interestingly, only the king and queen can enter this because of their position as the high priest and priestess of the land. Another magnificent sight to behold is the Büyükkale or the Great Fortress. This was a royal residence and it used to house the high guard. It includes public quarters for the state archives, some sacred sections and a huge reception hall. Do visit the most intact city gate in the city, which is the Kralkapi or King’s Gate. This is bordered by two towers that have both inner and outer portals. Inside, you would be able to find a replica of the renowned relief of the Hittite God of War. In his right hand is a battle-ax and he is clothed in a short skirt with a horned helmet.

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