Sightseeing Places in Ankara 2024
Places to Visit in Ankara 2024
Ankara, the capital of Turkey since 1923, is the second-largest city in Turkey with a population of 5,747,325. Ankara Castle, Anıtkabir, Hacı Bayram Mosque and Tomb, Kocatepe Mosque, and the Independence and Republic Museums are some of Ankara's interesting places. Ankara has a total of 25 districts, and its license plate number is 06.
Located in the heart of Anatolia, Ankara is livable in terms of economy, transportation, communication, education, culture, and art, hosting many museums, parks, shopping malls, historical, and natural beauties.
We have compiled the important travel routes of the capital Ankara for you. We wish you a pleasant journey and safe travels.
Ankara Castle
Ankara Castle, which has been the guardian of the city for centuries, is one of the most important symbolic works of the city. Although the exact construction date is unknown, it is estimated to have been built by the Hittites for military purposes.
Ankara Castle, which has been repaired many times during the Roman, Byzantine, and Seljuk periods, consists of the inner castle covering the high part of the hill and the outer castle surrounding its surroundings. The castle was repaired by the Anatolian Seljuk Sultan Alaaddin Keykubat. Keykavus made some additions in 1249. Today, there are many old Ankara houses from different periods in the castle.
The old Ankara houses in the Kaleiçi district, made of wood, adobe, and brick, two or three stories high, are one of the city's most important cultural assets.
Anıtkabir
Located in the Çankaya district, Anıtkabir is visited by millions of domestic and foreign visitors every year. Anıtkabir is the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the leader of the Turkish War of Independence, the leader of the reforms, and the first President of the Republic of Turkey, located in Anıttepe. Since 1973, İsmet İnönü's tomb has also been located in Anıtkabir. Anıtkabir consists of three parts: Lion Road, Ceremony Square, and Mausoleum.
Augustus Temple
The monument located next to Hacı Bayram Mosque in Ulus was built in the name of the Phrygian goddess Men. The temple, whose ruins are found today, was built by King Pylaimenes, the son of Galatian ruler Amintos, as a sign of loyalty to Roman Emperor Augustus. Various additions were made during the Byzantine period, and it was converted into a church surrounded by four columns by opening windows.
Independence War Museum
The two-story andesite stone building built in 1920 served as the Turkish Grand National Assembly until 1924. In the following years, it was used as the Republican People's Party, and in 1957, it was decided to be a museum and started operating as the Grand National Assembly Museum in 1961.
It has been used as the Independence War Museum since 1981. The National Struggle Museum includes objects used during this period, rooms where Atatürk's principles and revolutions are explained, documents belonging to certain periods, and the parliamentary session hall.
The Independence War Museum, located in Ulus region of Ankara, awaits you with its ancient architecture and important collections.
Republic Museum
Serving as the second building of the Turkish Grand National Assembly in the establishment of the Republic of Turkey, the museum witnessed many events during the Republican period. The building, which served as the assembly from October 8, 1924, reflects the architecture of the Seljuk, Ottoman, and Republican periods and continued its function until 1960. Since 1981, it has been used as the "Republic Museum", and there are many works, photographs, and objects from that period in the museum.
Ankara Hacı Bayram Mosque and Tomb
Ankara Hacı Bayram Mosque and Tomb, right next to the Augustus Temple, is one of the most visited religious centers in the city. The mosque was built in 1427-1428 by Hacı Bayram Veli, one of the most important Sufis of Anatolia at the beginning of the 15th century.
The mosque, with its rectangular plan and walls built of brick, has the tomb of Hacı Bayram-ı Veli in its courtyard. With the landscaping work done these days, Ankara Hacı Bayram Mosque is worth seeing.
Gölbaşı Mogan Lake
The area around the lake, which meets the sea longing of the people of Ankara as a touristic area, is a picnic and entertainment area. It is also suitable for boat trips. In addition, various sports activities are organized in Gölbaşı.
Ankara State Painting and Sculpture Museum
The architect of the factory built in Ulus in 1927 was Arif Hikmet Koyunoğlu, one of the first architects of the republic. The building, which served as a people's house until 1950, was opened as a museum after being arranged in 1980.
At Ankara State Painting and Sculpture Museum, works of Turkish painters such as painting, sculpture, printing, ceramics, and Turkish decorations are exhibited. Most of the works belong to the pre-Republic period. In addition to the exhibited works, there are also painting, sculpture, and ceramic workshops.
Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
At Ankara Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, collections belonging to Paleolithic, Neolithic, Early Bronze, Assyrian trade colonies, Hittite, Phrygian, and Urartu periods, Karain, Çatalhöyük, Hacılar, Canhasan, Beyce Sultan, Alacahöyük, Kültepe, Acemhöyük, Boğazköy Gordion, Pazarlı, Altıntepe, Various excavations of Muhtelif Adilcevaz and Patnos are exhibited. The Ottoman period is also presented chronologically.
Kocatepe Mosque
The construction of the mosque, which is the most magnificent place of worship in Ankara, started in 1967 and was completed in 1987 and opened for worship.
Kocatepe Mosque, with its 4 minarets, Selimiye Mosque, and domed and crescent-starred dome, is among the most popular places in Ankara. In addition to its architecture, the building, which stands out with its specially decorated white marble pulpit, is a popular destination for Istanbulites.
Estergon Castle
A replica of the Estergon Castle in Hungary, built in accordance with the original by Keçiören Municipality, was opened to visit as the "Turkish Culture Center" in 2005. The ethnography section is built according to the octagonal design of the Red Tower in Alanya. The building, which dominates the city with its restaurant, receives a large number of visitors every year.
Rahmi M. Koç Museum
The Rahmi Koç Museum, which contains many objects related to transportation, industry, and communication history, also includes objects related to Ankara and Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. In the historical building at the entrance of Ankara Castle
, the collection exhibited includes objects made to measure, such as sandals and cars, as well as miniature models.
Ulucanlar Prison Museum
This building, which has hosted political detainees for 81 years since 1925, was restored and converted into a museum in 2011 and opened to visitors.
Hamamönü
With the restoration and road improvement project initiated by Altındağ Municipality, Hamamönü has gained a brand new appearance and has become one of Ankara's most visited travel routes with the atmosphere that best reflects the 19th-century civilian architecture. Within the scope of the project, dozens of houses were restored to their original state.
In the travel section, there are travel stations such as Mehmet Akif Ersoy House, Mehmet Akif Ersoy Park, Hacı Musa Mosque, Karacabey Historical Bath, Clock Tower, and Hacettepe University Central Campus.
Beypazarı Houses
Beypazarı, which has a lively urban structure with its historical mansions, is the most tourist-attracting region of Ankara. Many Beypazarı houses with a history of 150-200 years from the Ottoman period have been restored and opened to tourism.
Today, tourism is one of the main sources of income for the local people. This charming city, which was included in the UNESCO Civil Heritage Temporary List in 2020, will be one of the routes that must be seen for you.
Soğuksu National Park - Kızılcahamam
Soğuksu National Park, 80 km away from Ankara, is located in Kızılcahamam district, which is known for its healing thermal baths and is one of Turkey's most important centers. Soğuksu National Park, located near Kızılcahamam, is the first stage of transition from Central Anatolia to the dense forests of the Black Sea region. The region, which was declared a national park in 1958, is quite rich in terms of vegetation, and different ecosystems can be observed.
As a national park with 160 different bird species, including the "black vulture" facing the risk of extinction in Anatolia, it always attracts attention. In the national park, you can engage in various activities such as hiking, bird watching, picnicking, camping, photography, and mountaineering.
Sakarya Square Battle Historical National Park
Located in the capital Ankara, the national park was established in the region where the Sakarya Square Battle took place. Within the boundaries of Haymana and Polatlı districts of Ankara, there are trenches, positions, and martyrs where the National Struggle was used and the battle took place. The national park covers an area of 13,850 hectares and is one of the most important historical sites not only in the capital Ankara but also in Turkey.
The battles, which lasted 22 days and 22 nights between July 23 and September 12, 1921, ended with the defeat of the Greek armies, and they began to retreat. The Battle of Sakarya Square is the last defensive battle of the Turks in the Anatolian countries.
Sarıcalı National Park - Nallıhan
Located in Nallıhan district of the capital Ankara, the region was declared a national park in 2021. With an area of 10.24 km2, the region is the 46th and last national park of Turkey.
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