Aşıklı Mound

Aşıklı Höyük is an archaeological mound located near the village of Kızılkaya, Aksaray Province, Turkey. Aşıklı Höyük, which belongs to the Neolithic period, M.D. it is an ancient settlement area that was settled between 8200-7400 Dec.Aşıklı Höyük is known as one of the oldest settlement areas of Turkey and bears the traces of the transition to a settled life based on agriculture during the Neolithic period. The mound covers an area of about 4 hectares and consists of 4 main layers.

The excavations carried out at Aşıklı Höyük have led to many important finds and discoveries. The houses found in Höyük indicate that the society has moved to sedentary life and is engaged in agricultural activities. In addition, during the excavations carried out in the mound, structures such as stone structures, January, warehouses, tombs and temples were also uncovered.One of the most remarkable finds of Aşıklı Höyük is human figures. The clay sculptures found in Höyük reflect the physical characteristics and clothing styles of people. These figures constitute an important source for our understanding of the artistic and cultural structure of the period.Aşıklı Höyük attracts the attention of tourists due to its historical and archaeological importance. The excavations and researches carried out in Höyük provide important information about the life and culture of the Neolithic period. In addition, Aşıklı Höyük, which is located among the tourist areas of Aksaray, offers a historical and cultural experience to visitors Dec.