Kaman
Kaman is a world-class archaeological, cultural, and botanical tourism destination. Its crown jewels are the Kaman-Kalehöyük Archaeological Site, the Kaman Museum (exhibiting Bronze Age, Hittite, and Phrygian artifacts), the Mikamikomiya Japanese Garden (one of Europe's largest Japanese botanical gardens outside Japan), Hirfanlı Dam Lake beach, and the annual Kaman Walnut Festival.
Tourist experience
Kaman is a world-class archaeological, cultural, and botanical tourism destination. Its crown jewels are the Kaman-Kalehöyük Archaeological Site, the Kaman Museum (exhibiting Bronze Age, Hittite, and Phrygian artifacts), the Mikamikomiya Japanese Garden (one of Europe's largest Japanese botanical gardens outside Japan), Hirfanlı Dam Lake beach, and the annual Kaman Walnut Festival.
Key points of interest
Investment outlook
Kaman is globally famous for its premium thin-shelled Kaman Walnuts (Kaman Cevizi), driving high-return investments in walnut orchard expansion, automated processing plants, and cold-storage logistics. Additional opportunities thrive in Hirfanlı Lake eco-tourism, fish farming, and solar energy.
Living here
Kaman offers a vibrant, prosperous, and culturally rich district lifestyle. Positioned 50 km west of Kırşehir along the main Ankara highway, residents enjoy rich local gastronomy, Hirfanlı Lake beaches, and high community pride.
History & cultural identity
Kaman holds a world-renowned position in global archaeology and agricultural heritage. Inhabited continuously for over 4,000 years, the district features the monumental Kaman-Kalehöyük archaeological site, excavated continuously since 1986 by the Middle Eastern Culture Center in Japan. During Seljuk and Ottoman eras, Kaman developed as a vital agricultural, trade, and cultural hub.
Frequently asked questions
What makes Kaman Walnuts world-famous?+
Kaman Walnuts are famous for thin shells that crack easily by hand, pale kernels, and high natural oil content.
Why is there a Japanese Garden in Kaman?+
It was constructed by Japanese archaeologists excavating Kaman-Kalehöyük to commemorate cultural ties between Japan and Türkiye.
How far is Kaman from Ankara and Kırşehir?+
Kaman is located 50 kilometers west of Kırşehir and 130 kilometers southeast of Ankara.