Director of Communications Altun: “With our documentary, we intend to promote Arslantepe Mound globally, to improve its recognition, and to contribute to Türkiye's cultural tourism.”
Presidency's Directorate of Communications produced a documentary about the 7000-year-old Malatya Arslantepe Mound, which was inscribed on UNESCO's "World Cultural Heritage List" this year and is believed to be the site of the world's earliest form of state.
The documentary, which was produced in both Turkish and English to highlight Türkiye's cultural diversity, covers the period beginning with the discovery of an important value that was etched into the history of Anatolia's civilisations and concluding with its inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The documentary highlights the artifacts discovered during excavations at Malatya Arslantepe Mound which dates back to 5 thousand BC, as well as the 7000-year old historical heritage in which the aristocracy was born, and the first form of state emerged.
The documentary will be shared with the public via the social media accounts of TRT Belgesel (TRT Documentary) and the Presidency's Directorate of Communications.
Presidency's Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun said in a statement about the documentary that Anatolian region hosted various civilisations and nations throughout history.
Director of Communications Altun emphasised that Anatolia deserves to be recognized as "ancient heritage of humanity" because of its ancient history and assets, adding, " With our documentary, we intend to promote Arslantepe Mound globally, to expand its recognition, and to contribute to Türkiye's cultural tourism."
Director of Communications Altun stated that the Directorate of Communications aims to effectively promote Anatolia's cultural, social, and historical assets, as well as values of civilisation in the national and international arenas through documentaries produced under the theme "Anatolia: The Ancient Region of Humanity".