The Hittites were the first to widely use iron for weapons and tools. Iron is stronger than bronze, so it allowed the Hittites to conquer other civilizations.
2. Chariot
The Hittites invented the chariot, which was a two-wheeled vehicle pulled by horses. Chariots were used in warfare and transportation.
3. Dams
The Hittites built dams to store water for irrigation. Dams also helped to control flooding.
4. Roads
The Hittites built roads to connect their cities. Roads made it easier to travel and trade.
5. Postal System
The Hittites invented the postal system to send messages and goods between cities.
6. Hieroglyphics
The Hittites developed writing system. It allowed the Hittites to keep records and write literature.
7. Hittite Code
The Hittites created one of the earliest sets of law. These are the laws which people had to follow and helped shape our modern systems of laws.