Turkey attracts with its very attractive landscapes, rich history and wonderful coastline. This country is an ideal place for trips both for tourists who dream of warm golden beaches, as well as enthusiasts of active leisure and lovers of monuments and history. Turkey is washed by the waters of the Black, Marmara, Aegean and Mediterranean Seas, and its location at the junction of two continents, Asia and Europe, means that you can find a variety of cultures here.
Ankara is a large, modern city, constantly being improved. However, it has a long history, monuments, charming places and museums. Ankara is more residential and administrative, less touristy than other parts of the country.
Ankara is the capital and city in central Turkey, after Istanbul it is the second largest city in the country. Ankara, located in central Anatolia, is an important commercial and industrial center, the seat of the country’s government and all embassies.
Sightseeing
Anıtkabir
Anıtkabir (meaning memorial tomb), is the mausoleum of Mustafu Kemal Atatürk, the Turkish leader during the War of Independence and the founder and first president of the Republic of Turkey. The mausoleum was featured on many Turkish banknotes between 1966–1987 and 1997–2009.
Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
The Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, which houses original works of Anatolian lands from the Paleolithic era. The structure consists of two historical buildings – Mahmutpaşa Bedesten and Kurşunlu Han, which are buildings from the Ottoman period. Restored and renovated in 2014.
Kocatepe Mosque
The Kocatepe Mosque is the largest mosque in Ankara and also one of the largest in the world. Built between 1967 and 1987. Turkish mosque creates a safe environment and it can accommodate up to 24,000 worshipers at the same time. The building can be seen from anywhere in Ankara and is one of the most characteristic tourist attractions.
Castle Ankara
Ankara Castle is a medieval fortress located on a hill overlooking the capital. The castle dates back to Roman times and was expanded over the centuries by the Byzantines, Seljuks and Ottomans. The building witnessed the rich history of Ankara and is now a valuable monument and a popular tourist attraction.
Rahmi M. Koc Museum Ankara
The Ankara Rahmi M. Koc Museum is the first industrial museum in Ankara, opened to visitors in 2005. The museum, located in the At Pazarı area, consists of two main buildings, Çengelhan and Safranhan. The museum has become an internationally renowned cultural institution, hosting some of the most valuable examples of the world’s industrial heritage in the form of three separate museums and one museum. Libraries in various voivodeships.
Haci Bayram Mosque
Hacı Bayram Veli Camii is a mosque in old Ankara. Together with the Kocatepe Mosque, it is one of the most famous mosques in Ankara. Hacı Bayram Mosque was built during the Ottoman Empire. It was named after the Turkish Sufi and poet Hacı Bayram-ı Veli on behalf of the latter.
Ulucanlar Prison Museum
Ulucanlar Prison was one of the most famous prisons in Turkey. Ulucanlar Prison was founded in 1925 and until its closure in 2006 served as a maximum security prison where the most dangerous criminals as well as key prisoners were held. The prison was renovated and reopened as a museum on June 16, 2011. It contains original graffiti and murals on the walls, and all items on display are original. Museum It’s located in the heart of Ankara just a short walk east of Ankara Castle.
Shopping
ANKAmall Ankara
Ankara is also the shopping capital. Ankara is the perfect place to spend an extraordinary time shopping! There are so many places you can visit and see!
The capital has the best places for shopping, recommended shopping centers:
ANKAmall Ankara
Kentpark Shopping Center Ankara
Optimum Outlet Ankara
Cepa Shopping Center Ankara
Acity Outlet Ankara
Panora Mall Ankara
Gordion Mall Ankara
Arcadium Mall Ankara
Tepe Prime Mall Ankara
Restaurants
Develi1912 Ankara – Restaurant – Turkish cuisine
Top rated restaurants in Ankara:
Develi1912 Ankara
Sahel Restaurant (Ankara İran Yemekleri)
Kuytu Meze&Balık Restaurant
Orka Balık Restaurant
Göksu Lokantaları – Nenehatun
Kibris Evi Restaurant
Ege Restaurant
BLUE NILE ETHIOPIA RESTAURANT
Hotels
The Green Park – Hotel – Ankara
Best hotels in Ankara:
New Park Hotel
Movenpick Hotel Ankara
Ankara Royal Hotel
The Green Park Ankara
Occidental Ankara
Wyndham Ankara
Bugday Hotel
Niza Park Hotel
