Büyüknefes village preserves ancient Tavium ruins

Büyüknefes village in Yozgat, Turkey, serves as a living repository for the remains of the ancient Tavium city, once known as the capital of the Galatians. The area contains archaeological traces from various civilizations, including the Hittites, Phrygians, Romans, and Byzantines.

Historical stones and artifacts are integrated into the village's daily infrastructure, appearing in garden walls, fountains, schools, and cemeteries. While many significant pieces are housed in the Yozgat Museum, an open-air museum was established at the village entrance in 2018 to display collected remnants.

Local residents actively participate in preservation efforts. For instance, resident Ömer Seyhan recently donated a century-old family heirloom, a historical jar, to the museum to ensure its protection. Despite being slated for scientific excavation, formal digs have faced delays due to insufficient funding.