BoÃÂazkale ("Gorge Fortress") is a town of ÃÂorum Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey, located from the city of ÃÂorum. It is the seat of BoÃÂazkale District. Its population is 1,203 (2022). Formerly known as BoÃÂazköy ("Gorge Village"), Boghaz Keui or Boghazköy, this small town (basically one street of shops) sits in a rural area on the road from ÃÂorum to Yozgat. The town consists of 4 quarters: Yekbas, ÃÂarà Âñ, Hattusas and Hisar.
BoÃÂazkale is the site of the ancient Hittite city Hattusa and its sanctuary Yazñlñkaya. Because of its rich historic and architectural heritage, the town is a member of the Norwich-based European Association of Historic Towns and Regions (EAHTR).