While there has been extensive archaeological work in this
region, Colossae has remained intact. There is no evidence of
previous systematic archaeological work at Colossae, though some
parts of the site have been disturbed, presumably by treasure
hunters. No archaeological excavations of this site have been
undertaken.
Surface surveys, however, indicate tantilising evidence of an
acropolis, necropolis, and other ruins nearby, but the tell itself
remains an untouched site.
