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Çorum

Discover Çorum, the heartland of the Hittite civilization, home to UNESCO-listed Hattuşa, the sanctuary of Yazılıkaya, Alacahöyük, important museums and a distinctive central Anatolian culinary tradition.

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Çorum practical travel guide

Çorum is the principal gateway to Hattuşa, the former Hittite capital, and the sanctuary of Yazılıkaya. The province is an essential stop for travelers interested in Bronze Age Anatolia.

Top experiences

  • ✓Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of Hattuşa.
  • ✓See the rock sanctuary at Yazılıkaya.
  • ✓Visit Alacahöyük and its museum.
  • ✓Explore Çorum Museum before or after the archaeological sites.

Best time to visit

April to June and September to October are best for exposed archaeological areas. Summers can be hot and winters cold.

Getting around

A car, driver or organised tour is the easiest option because Hattuşa, Yazılıkaya and Alacahöyük are outside the city.

Where to stay

  • •Çorum center for services and the museum.
  • •Boğazkale for immediate access to Hattuşa.

Local food to try

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Practical tips

  • ✓Carry water and sun protection at the ruins.
  • ✓Start at the local museums to understand the archaeological context.
  • ✓Check seasonal opening times before traveling.

Travel conditions and opening arrangements can change. Check current information before your visit.

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