Western Anatolia before Troy. Proto-Urbanisation in the 4th Millennium BC?

Recent archaeological research in western Anatolia, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Troy, has revealed significant socio-cultural developments during the 4th millennium BC that challenge traditional narratives about proto-urbanization. The international symposium 'Western Anatolia before Troy' brought together experts to analyze new data, highlighting previously neglected periods between the Neolithic and Early Bronze Age. Findings suggest the emergence of regional and supra-regional centers of importance in western Anatolia, with implications for understanding the broader context of the Balkans, Marmara Sea, Greek mainland, and Crete. This research, supported by the ERC project 'Prehistoric Anatolia,' aims to bridge gaps in knowledge and provide insights into the complex transitions that preceded the rise of Troy.

Horejs, B., & Mehofer, M. (Eds.). (2013). Western Anatolia before Troy. Proto-Urbanisation in the 4th Millennium BC? https://doi.org/10.1553/978oeaw77616