Where is the ancient city of Troy located today?
The hill of Hisarlık rises 31.2 meters above the plain and 38.5 meters above sea level in present-day Canakkale, Turkey.
Questions about Troy
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How many distinct archaeological layers exist at Troy?
This mound contains nine distinct archaeological layers, each representing a city built upon the ruins of its predecessor.
When did Heinrich Schliemann begin excavating Hisarlk for Troy?
Heinrich Schliemann began excavating Hisarlk in April 1870 after securing permission from Frank Calvert, who had correctly identified the location as classical-era Ilion in 1865.
What happened to Priams Treasure found by Schliemann?
Almost all precious metal objects sent to Berlin were confiscated by the Soviet Union in 1945 and now reside in Pushkin Museum in Moscow.
When was Troy designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
UNESCO accepted the park as World Heritage Site in 1998 protecting historical monuments and regional environment.