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Archaeological work at the Domuztepe excavation site in Kahramanmaras, southern Türkiye, has brought to light significant remains that researchers say point to around 9,000 B.C., as local authorities move to expand excavations and open up the site to international tourism.
Kahramanmaras Governor Mukerrem Unluer and Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Firat Gorgel visited the excavation area with an accompanying delegation, where they were briefed on the ongoing work by Associate Professor Halil Tekin of Hacettepe University's Department of Archaeology.
The delegation also examined the finds uncovered during the excavations.
Gorgel described Domuztepe as one of Kahramanmaras' most important cultural assets, noting that the site had previously been worked on by foreign archaeological teams and is now being investigated by a Hacettepe University team led by Tekin.
He said the discoveries made so far had increased expectations surrounding the site's archaeological and tourism potential.
"There are important remains here, important indications, and they have reached very important remains that point almost to around 9,000 B.C.," Gorgel said.
He added that seeing the discoveries firsthand had been exciting and said Domuztepe could make a major contribution to Kahramanmaras' cultural heritage.
According to Gorgel, future priorities include setting up a reception area, expanding the excavation zone, and bringing additional remains to light.
He said the Kahramanmaras Governor's Office and Metropolitan Municipality intended to step up their support for the project while continuing discussions with the relevant ministry.
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Local authorities also aim to develop Domuztepe into a site capable of drawing visitors from around the world while promoting Kahramanmaras' archaeological heritage internationally.
"Our greatest goal is to bring this area fully to light and have tourists come here from all over the world," Gorgel said, adding that efforts would continue to uncover and promote the site as quickly as possible.
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