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Akçakale Island Archaeological Site

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It is a historical island located within Lake Çıldır, housing ancient ruins. It represents an important archaeological site within Ardahan.

Timeline, heritage and stories

Heritage

Traces of settlement dating back to the Neolithic period have been found on the island. As one of the oldest witnesses of Çıldır cultural heritage, this site is highly valuable for the archaeology of Türkiye. You can check the Harita page to see the exact location.

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