The ancient city of Gordion and the Aslanhane Mosque in Ankara have been officially recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites, according to a report by Azernews, citing an announcement from the Ankara Metropolitan Municipality.
Mayor Mansur Yavas received the UNESCO World Heritage certificates for both Gordion and Aslanhane Mosque from Prof. M. Ocal Oguz, president of the Executive Board of the Turkish National Commission for UNESCO.
This prestigious status underscores the cultural and historical significance of Gordion and Aslanhane Mosque, marking them as assets of global importance. The recognition highlights their contribution to humanity’s shared heritage.
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Gordion, now Ankara’s first UNESCO World Heritage site, becomes the 20th site in Turkey to earn this honor. The Aslanhane Mosque, a 13th-century structure made primarily of wood, is now the second cultural landmark in the capital to be added to this esteemed list.
The inclusion of these landmarks in the UNESCO World Heritage List was confirmed during the Extended 45th Session of the World Heritage Committee, which took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in September 2023.
