A 9,500-year-old proto-city of 10,000 people — one of the earliest urban settlements on the prehistoric timeline. Explore this ancient site in Turkey. D...
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Theory Evidence: Moderate
One of the world's oldest proto-cities, Çatalhöyük packed up to 10,000 residents into a honeycomb of mud-brick houses with no streets, no doors, and no public buildings — inhabitants entered through holes in their rooftops and walked across a landscape of adjoining roofs. First excavated by James...
Çatalhöyük is an ancient archaeological site located in Turkey. This site has drawn attention from mainstream archaeologists and independent researchers alike for its construction techniques, historical significance, and the questions it raises about ancient human capabilities. Explore detailed evidence, competing interpretations, related theories, and connections to other archaeological discoveries around the world.