Location: Çankaya
Top Things to do in Çankaya
Top 10 Things to do in Çankaya, Ankara Province
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. Anitkabir
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5.0 based on 4,493 reviews
Reviewed By FloopySandlet101 - Basel, Switzerland
We've been to Anitkabir on numerous different occasions by now. It really is simply a magnificent place, tributed to Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. The thing is, it is hard to review a place like this in detail, as it contains a lot of information about Atatürk, is free and even if the prior two statements wouldn't be there, it still is just beautiful. In the center of Ankara, with a great view almost the entire 360 degrees. It really simply is a must-see in Ankara. Also to learn more about the most important man in recent Turkish history, who's name and portrait you can see pretty much across Turkey. Offline reading about him in addition is also definitely recommended.
2. Anadolu Medeniyetleri Muzesi
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4.5 based on 1,956 reviews
This fascinating museum contains over 200,000 historic pieces of which only a fraction can be displayed at one time. Exhibits include Early Bronze Age statues and Neolithic wall paintings.
Reviewed By JaneE604 - New York City, United States
This is an outstanding museum, one of the best I have ever visited. The exhibits are fascinating and particularly well curated. This should be on everyone's "must see list" when in Turkey. I visited Ankara specifically to see this place and it was absolutely worth the trip. A circuit covers the history of Anatolia from the Paleolithic era through to the Uratians documented with amazing artifacts. Don't miss it! My only (small) compliant is that a few items were missing leaving an empty stand with the identity card still beside it. I expect they were on loan to other museums but it would have been nice to have some explanation provided.
3. Haci Bayram Mosque (Haci Bayram Camii)
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4.5 based on 703 reviews
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.
4. Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii)
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4.5 based on 668 reviews
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!!
5. Aslanhane Mosque
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4.5 based on 74 reviews
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.
6. Yeni Mosque (Cenab Ahmet)
7. 1. TBMM Kurtulus Savasi Muzesi
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4.5 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By ayhanustun - Istanbul, Turkey
As a part of any cultural visit to Ankara, capital city of Turkey, you must see the historical Parliament buildings where the milestones of the Turkish Republic was first set up. In particular, this small building (now turned into a museum under the concept of Turkish Republic War) which was converted from a school to the first Parliament of Turkey tells you a lot about that era. Please be reminded that it was established during the war years, when the Republic was not announced yet and the Ottoman Sultan was still trying to rule the country from Istanbul (which was under invasion).
8. Can Tiyatrosu
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
We are a producor company for child theatre in Turkey. Our theatre group establish at 1984 and We were formed in April of 1984. We have been carrying on our performances since that time as the oldest child and children theatres in the capital city of Turkey.
9. Mehmet Akif Ersoy Evi
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4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By kaan_sarigil - Ankara, Turkey
our culture should be protected and our history should be well explored. should be told to new generations ..
10. Eymir Lake
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