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Ancient stone relief of a lion, intricately carved, showcasing Hittite artistry and cultural significance in Anatolia, displayed in Ankara.

Museum of Anatolian Civilizations

  • Gözcü Sokak, No:2, 06240 Ulus, Altındağ/Ankara, Turkey

The Museum of Anatolian Civilizations in Ankara is a treasure trove of Turkey’s diverse historical and cultural heritage. Housed in two restored Ottoman buildings—a 15th-century bazaar and caravanserai—the museum showcases artifacts from the Paleolithic, Neolithic, Hittite, Phrygian, Urartian, and Ottoman periods. Highlights include exquisite Bronze Age artifacts and the world-renowned Hittite tablets. Its chronological arrangement allows visitors to journey through the evolution of Anatolian civilizations. Recognized as a UNESCO Memory of the World site, it offers a captivating glimpse into Turkey’s rich past.