About Yesemek Quarry and Sculpture Workshop
Yesemek Quarry and Sculpture Workshop is an open-air museum and archaeological site in Gaziantep Province, Turkey. The site was a quarry in Hittite times and occupies a 100000 m2 area, making it the largest known stonemasonry workshop from the ancient Near East.
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Location and Access
Yesemek Quarry and Sculpture Workshop is located in İslahiye district, Gaziantep. Coordinates are 36.90444, 36.74583. You can get directions from the map below. You can request a licensed local guide for Gaziantep.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Facts
- Province Gaziantep
- District İslahiye
- Category Historical Places
- Period Geç Hitit · MÖ 2.–1. binyıl
- Opening hours Gündüz saatleri
- Entrance Ücretli (düşük)
- Visit duration 1–1,5 saat
- Best season İlkbahar ve sonbahar
- Coordinates 36.90444, 36.74583
Request a Guided Tour
Visit Yesemek Quarry and Sculpture Workshop with a licensed professional guide in Gaziantep.
See guides in Gaziantep