Hattusa archaeological excavations

Archaeological excavations at the Hattusa Ancient City in Çorum, Turkey, led by the German Archaeological Institute, have uncovered significant findings from multiple historical periods.

Researchers identified a storage and trade center dating to the Assyrian Trade Colonies period (approximately 1800–1750 BCE) on the northwest slope of the Büyükkale area. This discovery includes 16 large storage vessels built into a terraced formation, which were likely used for stockpiling agricultural products. While the vessels currently contain only soil and mud, researchers intend to perform botanical analyses to identify any preserved organic matter. These findings offer insight into how inhabitants managed the terrain before a landslide destroyed the site.

In addition to the Middle Bronze Age findings, excavations revealed three new graves from the Early Hellenistic and Galat periods, dating between the late 4th and 3rd centuries BCE. One notable grave contains an intact skeleton with a knife positioned near the right shoulder, though its specific purpose is still being investigated.