Ankara

Ankara City Guide

Ankara

Ankara, the capital of Turkey and a very important city, is a city that draws attention with its extraordinary lakes, although not the sea. Advantageous flight tickets and accommodation options are waiting for you on MyTravel.com.tr.

Ankara, as the capital of Turkey, is big and has many places to visit, so it attracts a lot of people. Sometimes there are those who say, ‘Could it be more beautiful if there was a sea?’ But we can also look at it this way: Of course, there is no sea in Ankara, but there are incredible lakes and places to visit. If we want to talk about the climate, okay, it may be a little dry, a little cold, but it has such beautiful places in terms of history that you can really travel and enjoy Ankara thoroughly and beautifully.

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Where can you spend peaceful time in nature in Ankara?

If you want to discover the beauties of nature and nature in Ankara, you can find many beautiful parks and lakes.

Mogan Lake

Eymir Lake

Mavi Lake

These are places where you can be in touch with nature, have a picnic and barbecue, read a book and spend peaceful time sipping your coffee. You can have a pleasant time by the lake with your friends or alone.

If you want to walk in nature, there are also very beautiful parks in Ankara. For example, Abdi İpekçi Park

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Çansera Park

Gençlik Park

Göksu Park

Kuğulu Park

Güven Park

Kurtuluş Park

And you can enjoy nature in many parks. These parks are great places to spend time in touch with nature and find peace.
 

Mosques and churches in Ankara

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Ankara, being the capital, has many touristic and historical riches. There are many beautiful mosques in Ankara among Islamic places. If mosques interest you, you can visit these structures. In addition, there are also historical and beautiful churches in Ankara, 

• Hacı Bayram Mosque

• Ahi Evlan Mosque

• Ağaç Ayak Mosque

• Tacettin Sultan Mosque

• Hacı Musa Mosque

• Zincirli Mosque

 

Churches to visit

  • Catholic St. Paul Church
  •  Catholic St. Therese Church
  •  Anglican St. Nicolas Church
  •  Ankara Synagogue
     

Important historical structures in Ankara

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  •  Anıtkabir – This magnificent structure, which is the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey, is one of the most important symbols of Ankara with its magnificent architecture.
  •  Ankara Castle – If you want to watch the city from above, Ankara Castle is the place for you! The address for the panoramic view of Ankara is here!
  •  Temple of Augustus – This structure from the Roman period is a great stop for people who love history. It is especially worth seeing for those interested in ancient architecture.
  •  Roman Baths – One of the important and beautiful remains of Ankara from the Roman period, the Roman Baths offer important clues about ancient times.
  •  Beypazarı – Famous for its historical mansions, streets and local flavors, Beypazarı is a great travel route that you can reach with a short journey from Ankara.
  • Doğatepe Monument – ​​This monument, which keeps the memory of the War of Independence alive, is an important place to visit for those who want to feel historical and national feelings.

     

  •  Atakule – Atakule, one of the tallest structures in Ankara, attracts attention as both a modern and touristic symbol. Thanks to its rotating restaurant, you can watch the unique view of Ankara while eating.
  •  Kalecik Castle – Kalecik Castle, which has an important place among historical castles, is another enjoyable stop for those who want to discover Ankara's rich past.

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Where is the city center of Ankara?

The Kızılay district, located in the heart of Ankara, is an ideal spot for those looking for nightlife. You can find many restaurants, bars, cafes and entertainment venues here. If you especially like crowded places, you can have a good time on the streets of Kızılay.

During the day, you can find whatever you are looking for in terms of shopping, whatever kind of food you want, from street food to luxury restaurants

Ankara is also famous for its cats, and cats are shown great interest in the city. It will be enjoyable to discover the nature and history of Ankara in this friendly atmosphere.

 

Which roads are there in Ankara?

Reaching Ankara is quite easy. You can travel to Ankara by train from Istanbul, Sivas, Eskişehir, Kars, Konya, Van, Karaman, Malatya and Izmir, or you can come by bus from all cities thanks to the large bus station. The fastest and safest way is to travel by plane; you can book your flight ticket via MyTravel.com.tr.

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Transportation in Ankara: How to Get to the City Center?

When you arrive at the airport, there are direct buses and city bus lines to get to the city center. There are also those who prefer taxis. If the cost is not important to you, you can easily use them or you can easily reach Kızılay from the bus station by bus.

Public transportation in Ankara is quite developed and there are buses and minibuses that provide transportation to every area. In this way, you can easily go to every place in the city.

 

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