6 Sacred & Religious Sites in Çankaya That You Shouldn't Miss

March 23, 2022 Harland Bartelt

Rising dramatically on a steep incline from the banks of the Enguri Su, Ankara, Turkey's capital and second most populous city, is a modern European metropolis speckled with reminders of its varied history. Old castles and ruins from Hittite, Phrygian, Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman civilizations dot the landscape. The modern city includes government and state houses, major universities, military bases, consulates, bustling nightlife and the oldest park in the city, Genclik Park.
Restaurants in Ankara

1. Haci Bayram Mosque (Haci Bayram Camii)

HacI Bayram Mahallesi, Ankara 06920 Turkey +90 312 784 50 34 http://www.hacibayramiveli.com
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4.5 based on 703 reviews

Haci Bayram Mosque (Haci Bayram Camii)

The mosque as it stands today shows the architectural characteristics of late 17th century and 18th century mosques. The ceiling is made of ornamental wood, and floral and plant motifs can be found throughout.

Reviewed By gulcehreli - Ankara, Turkey

This old mosque is one of the most important historical places in Ankara. Right next to it is the tomb of the sufi saint Hacı Bayram. The mosque takes its name from this holy person.Hacı Bayram is very prominent person in the Turkish Islamic history and the founder of the Bayramiyye Order. The Mosque is located in Ulus section of Ankara and very close to the Augustus Temple.

2. Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii)

Ankara Turkey
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4.5 based on 668 reviews

Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii)

This commanding mosque was built between 1967 and 1987 and is both the newest and largest in the city.

Reviewed By Agu_Fernandez - Buenos Aires, Argentina

This mosque is a jewel in the middle of the city and one of the most beautiful and peaceful mosques I've been in Turkey. it's a must to see! I definitely recommend it! I saw it at night and the pictures I took in the outside and inside are wonderful!!

3. Aslanhane Mosque

Can Sk., Ankara 06250 Turkey
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4.5 based on 74 reviews

Aslanhane Mosque

This is a good example of a forest mosque as it was constructed of carved wooden columns supporting a wooden roof. Built in the 13th century, it was previously known as Arslanhane (The House of Lions) because of the lion statues surrounding it.

Reviewed By frankg780 - Brussels, Belgium

Wonderfully restored old mosque at the foot of the Ankara castle. Magnificent woodwork with stone elements.

4. Yeni Mosque (Cenab Ahmet)

Ulucanlar Avenue, Ankara Turkey
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4.5 based on 22 reviews

Yeni Mosque (Cenab Ahmet)

5. DogramacIzade Ali Sami Pasa Camii

Universiteler Mahallesi Çankaya, Bilkent, Ankara Turkey +90 312 266 35 93
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

DogramacIzade Ali Sami Pasa Camii

6. Ahmet Hamdi Akseki Camii

Beytepe Koyu Yolu Cankaya, Ankara Turkey +90 312 295 70 00 https://www.facebook.com/ahmethamdiaksekicamii/?rf=959673624093078
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Ahmet Hamdi Akseki Camii

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