Film Production at Hattusha
Enter the capital of the mighty Hittite Empire that once rivaled ancient Egypt. Sacred rock sanctuaries, monumental gates, and royal archives reveal Bronze Age mysteries perfect for epic historical dramas.
Why Hattusha with CAVEA FILM?
Hattusha represents the pinnacle of Bronze Age Anatolian civilization, serving as capital of the Hittite Empire that controlled trade routes between Europe and Asia for over 500 years. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers filmmakers authentic Bronze Age architecture and the world's earliest known peace treaty archives, perfect for historical epics and archaeological documentaries.
CAVEA FILM specializes in complex multi-site productions across Hattusha's vast archaeological landscape. Our expertise includes coordinating filming between the main city ruins and the nearby Yazılıkaya rock sanctuary with its mysterious divine processions. The iconic Lion Gate with 3,500-year-old guardian sculptures provides unmatched authentic Bronze Age grandeur impossible to recreate artificially.
The site's remarkable preservation includes royal archives with 30,000 cuneiform tablets, offering comprehensive historical context for period accuracy. Our specialized archaeological filming protocols ensure both site preservation and access to multiple filming zones across this 6-square-kilometer ancient metropolis while maintaining UNESCO standards.
Hittite Capital
Capital of mighty Hittite Empire that rivaled ancient Egypt
Lion Gate
Iconic 3,500-year-old stone lions guarding city entrance
Yazılıkaya Sanctuary
Open-air rock sanctuary with mysterious divine processions
UNESCO World Heritage
Exceptional testimony to Bronze Age Anatolian civilization
Key Filming Locations
Recent Productions
National Geographic
Lost Empire of the Hittites
BBC
Bronze Age Civilizations
Discovery
Ancient Anatolian Kingdoms
TRT
Hattusili: Empire Builder
Bronze Age Capital Filming Information
Multi-Site Coordination
Main city ruins plus Yazılıkaya sanctuary 2km away, shared permits
Best Filming Season
May-September: Central Anatolia optimal weather, accessible roads
UNESCO Requirements
21-30 days advance notice, specialized Bronze Age protocols
CAVEA Bronze Age Services
- • Multi-site archaeological coordination
- • Hittite historical research support
- • Ancient architecture specialist access
- • Cuneiform and Bronze Age consultation
Ready to Film at Hattusha?
Discover the Bronze Age empire with CAVEA FILM. From historical epics to archaeological documentaries, we unlock the mysteries of the ancient Hittite capital.
Bronze Age Empire Specialists
Archaeological permits and multi-site coordination for Hattusha filming.
Çorum Office | Ancient Empire Specialists | English • Turkish • Hittite Studies