About Büklükale
Büklükale is an archaeological site located in Kırıkkale province, central Turkey near the town of Karakeçili. It is located about 50 km northwest from yet another important archaeological site of Kaman-Kalehöyük. The site is about 30 hectares in area. During the Middle Bronze Age, Buklukale became a part of the Hittite Empire.
The location of Büklükale is significant because it is situated on the west bank at the narrowest point of the Kızılırmak River and served as an important crossing point through the ages. There is a Seljuk (13th century A.D.) bridge there, and the remains of a Roman bridge.
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Location and Access
Büklükale is located in Karakeçili district, Kırıkkale. Coordinates are 39.58353, 33.42842. You can get directions from the map below. You can request a licensed local guide for Kırıkkale.
Places to Visit Near Büklükale
Historical Places
Çeşnigir Hanı
Religious Sites
Nature & Outdoors
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Fasıl Özü 1 Höyüğü
Nature & Outdoors
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Yaşçayır Höyük
Historical Places
Armutlu Höyük
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İki Yüzlü Çeşme
Historical Places in Kırıkkale
Historical Places
Irmak railway station
Historical Places
Historical Places
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Yahşihan Iron Bridge
Historical Places
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Kılıçlar railway station
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Kültepe Höyüğü, Çongar
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Karabekir Köprüsü
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Facts
- Province Kırıkkale
- District Karakeçili
- Category Historical Places
- Coordinates 39.58353, 33.42842
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