MOST POPULAR 15 PLACES TO VISIT IN ANKARA
MOST POPULAR 15 PLACES TO VISIT IN ANKARA
1-Anıtkabir
Undoubtedly, at the top of our list is the tomb of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Turkish Republic. The mausoleum in Çankaya is located on an area of 750 thousand square meters. On the way to the monument, you pass the road called the Lion Road, which attracts the attention of many people. There are 24 lion statues on the way. These lions represent 24 Turkish tribes and symbolize unity, togetherness and peace. Those who pass the Lion Road reach the ceremony area and come to the front of the mausoleum. In addition, Atatürk and Independence museums are located in Anıtkabir and various works are exhibited.
2-Kızılay Square
Located in the center of Ankara, this lively square takes its name from the Headquarters Building. There are many shops and shopping centers in the square, as well as cafes and entertainment centers.
3-Ashgabat Street
Ashgabat Street is also known as 7th Street. It is one of the most popular streets in Ankara. There are famous cafes, restaurants and various shops on Ashgabat Street, which is a very crowded and lively street. It is a great place for those who love to shop and want to drink a tired coffee.
4-Guvenpark
Güvenpark, located in Çankaya, is one of the most visited places and one of the must-see places. There is a statue in the park. This statue was made by two Austrian artists from the stone known as Ankara Stone.
5-Kocatepe Mosque
Kocatepe Mosque is one of the places you should visit while you are in Çankaya. Kocatepe Mosque, one of the largest mosques in Ankara, was built in 1987. It has an important place in terms of history and architecture.
6-Hacı Bayram Veli Mosque
Hacı Bayram Veli Mosque is located in Ulus. It is an old and historical building built in the 1400s. It was built by Architect Mehmet Bey. We recommend that you visit this building, which has survived until today.
7-Segmenler Park
Imagine a place that is green and has a stream running through it. It is a place where you can escape from the noise and crowd in the middle of the city, resting the soul of the person. The Kavaklıdere passing through it adds a different atmosphere to the park. It also includes an amphitheater. Many events and shows are held in the park from time to time.
8-Atakule
Atakule, which has become one of the symbols of Ankara, is located in Çankaya. It was made on October 13, 1989. Turkey’s second shopping center is located here. There is also a viewing terrace in Atakule, which is 125 meters long.
9-Ankara Castle
While we are talking about the symbols of Ankara, it is impossible not to mention the Ankara Castle. The castle, which still carries the 5000-year-old history of the city on its walls, takes its visitors on a historical journey. Ankara Castle, located in Altındag district, lays the whole city at your feet.
10-Anatolian Civilizations Museum
The museum, which exhibits works from ancient times, is very important for the whole world. In the museum, there are historical buildings and cultural artifacts from the Paleolithic Age and the Ottoman Period. It was even chosen as the Museum of the Year in Switzerland in 1997.
11-Ankara Republic Museum
Ankara Republic Museum is also very important as it is the second parliament building of the Republic of Turkey. In the museum, the belongings of the presidents, laws and various photographs are exhibited. We recommend you to visit this historical building.
12-Liberation War Museum
The War of Independence Museum is Turkey’s first parliament building. The parliament building in Ulus was built in 1915. Andesite, known as Ankara Stone, was used in its construction. In the museum, items from the War of Independence period are exhibited and the War of Independence is tried to be explained in all its reality.
13-Ankara Ethnography Museum
The traces of states such as the Seljuks, which took place in Anatolia at the time, are exhibited in the Ankara Ethnography Museum. A realistic environment was created in the museum by using visual and auditory effects and it was ensured that the museum could fascinate its visitors.
14-Kugulu Park
At the time, China and Vienna presented Ankara with black and white swans. Because of these swans, the park was called Kugulu Park and today it is visited by many local and foreign people.
15-Mogan Lake
Mogan Lake, also known as Golbaşı, is 25 km from the center of Ankara. Mogan Lake, which has 160 kinds of bird species, will refresh your soul with its clean air and green area around it. There are also areas where you can walk and do sports around the lake.
