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Karahantepe, the prominent Neolithic site in Türkiye’s Şanlıurfa city and one of the world’s oldest archaeological sites, will receive roof protection. The protective canopy will be constructed as part of Türkiye’s ‘Legacy for the Future’ project, launched by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism to spread excavation and restoration work throughout four seasons across the country. The project’s latest roof initiative will conserve Karahantepe’s millennia-old heritage, ensuring its sustainable preservation for the next generations.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Mar 2025
Karahantepe, the prominent Neolithic site in Türkiye’s Şanlıurfa city and one of the world’s oldest archaeological sites, will receive roof protection. The protective canopy will be constructed as part of Türkiye’s ‘Legacy for the Future’ project, launched by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism to spread excavation and restoration work throughout four seasons across the country. The project’s latest roof initiative will conserve Karahantepe’s millennia-old heritage, ensuring its sustainable preservation for the next generations.
The roof work, which will cover approximately 5,000 square metres, is designed to protect the historical site from environmental conditions. The roof’s wavy form offers an organic harmony with the terrain while increasing the interior comfort with openings that provide natural ventilation. The modular construction will additionally preserve the excavation site’s unique character by minimising the number of columns and thus balancing aesthetic and functional considerations. In addition, the design will allow flexibility for future expansions, growth and adaptation as further excavations continue.
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