Karatepe-Aslantaş Open-Air Museum
Museum Karatepe-Aslantaş Open-Air Museum

Karatepe-Aslantaş Open-Air Museum

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Story and significance

About

Located within the borders of Kadirli, this open-air museum hosts the most important Late Hittite artifacts and ancient ruins in the Osmaniye region.

Timeline, heritage and stories

Heritage

Holding the title of the first open-air museum in Türkiye, this site is located near the Kızyusuflu village of the Kadirli district. Set on a forested hill, the archaeological excavations have unearthed bilingual inscriptions and sphinxes that shed light on Anatolian history. You can view the Map section to plan your visit.

Practical notes before you go

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Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.