The Hittite Empire, from 1600 BCE to 1178 BCE, was based in Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) and known for its advanced ironworking and military prowess. They fought numerous battles, including the famous clash with Egypt at Kadesh.In Hittite mythology, storm gods like Tarhun ruled the heavens, and the serpent Illuyanka symbolized chaos. Their mythological traditions influenced neighboring cultures.