The Taş Tepeler (Stone Hills) Project in Şanlıurfa, southeastern Turkey, continues to revolutionize our understanding of the Neolithic period in 2025. This extensive archaeological initiative, recognized as one of the world's largest, includes sites such as Göbeklitepe and Karahantepe, where ongoing excavations are unearthing groundbreaking discoveries.
Deputy Culture and Tourism Minister Gökhan Yazgı emphasizes the project's global significance, highlighting the collaboration of international archaeologists. Excavations and research continue to provide a scientific foundation for understanding prehistoric life. Efforts are still underway to enhance visitor experiences at Karahantepe, with ongoing work on protective structures.
The Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum is expanding its role as a leading center for Neolithic research and exhibition, aiming to provide visitors with a comprehensive understanding of the region's rich history. The ongoing discoveries at Göbeklitepe and Karahantepe continue to reshape our understanding of humanity's transition to agriculture, social structures, and belief systems during the Neolithic period.