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World\'s Oldest Temple • UNESCO Site • Archaeological Wonder

Film Production at Göbekli Tepe

Step into humanity\'s dawn at the world\'s oldest temple complex. 12,000-year-old stone circles that revolutionized our understanding of ancient civilization. A filming location like nowhere else on Earth.

12,000
Years Old
200+
Stone Pillars
20+
Circular Enclosures
6m
Tallest Pillars
Göbekli Tepe filming location 1
Göbekli Tepe filming location 2
Göbekli Tepe filming location 3
Göbekli Tepe filming location 4

Why Göbekli Tepe with CAVEA FILM?

Göbekli Tepe represents humanity\'s first monumental architecture, built 7,000 years before Stonehenge and 6,000 years before the pyramids. This archaeological marvel offers filmmakers a location that speaks to the very origins of human civilization and spiritual consciousness.

CAVEA FILM maintains exclusive relationships with UNESCO authorities and Turkish Ministry of Culture for controlled access filming. Our specialized team understands the delicate protocols required for filming at this World Heritage Site, ensuring both preservation and cinematic excellence.

The site\'s mysterious stone pillars with ancient reliefs create otherworldly visuals perfect for documentaries, historical dramas, and mystical narratives. Combined with the sweeping Anatolian landscape, Göbekli Tepe offers unmatched authenticity for productions exploring human origins, ancient mysteries, and spiritual themes.

World's Oldest Temple

12,000 years old - predates Stonehenge by 7,000 years

UNESCO World Heritage

Recognized as humanity's earliest monumental architecture

Archaeological Mystery

Unexplained ancient engineering and astronomical alignments

Dramatic Landscape

Rolling hills of southeastern Anatolia with sweeping vistas

Key Filming Locations

Temple Complex A (main enclosure)
Pillar Circle B (serpent reliefs)
Temple D (zodiac calendar)
Archaeological dig sites
Visitor center & museum
Surrounding Neolithic landscape
Şanlıurfa city connection
Harran ancient settlement nearby

Recent Productions

National Geographic

Göbekli Tepe: Genesis of Gods

2023

History Channel

Ancient Apocalypse

2022

Discovery

Lost Worlds

2021

BBC Documentary

Turkey's Hidden Past

2020

UNESCO Heritage Filming Information

Filming Permits

21-30 days advance notice required for UNESCO sites

Best Filming Times

April-June, September-November for optimal light

Site Access

Controlled access with archaeological supervision

CAVEA Heritage Services

  • • UNESCO permit coordination
  • • Archaeological site liaison
  • • Conservation-friendly equipment
  • • Expert guide consultation

Ready to Film at Göbekli Tepe?

Access humanity\'s most ancient temple with CAVEA FILM. From archaeological documentaries to mystical narratives, we navigate the complex UNESCO requirements for you.

UNESCO Heritage Site Filming Specialists

Specialized permits and archaeological site coordination for Göbekli Tepe filming.

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