Turkey Travel Tips

A historic stone building with domed roofs, labeled "Ankara Rahmi M. Koç Museum," surrounded by trees and entrance steps.

Three Museums near Ankara Castle

Republican Ankara: A Journey to the City of Firsts Ankara is a city that was shaped on the basis of the republic, wearing its status as the capital almost like a uniform, and fulfills its role with distinction. Ankara is a city of firsts for the Turks. The first parliament, the first archaeological excavation, and…
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Scenic view of Anitkabir: Large rectangular mausoleum with pillars, surrounded by a vast staircase.

More Than Just a Mausoleum: Anıtkabir

Have you ever seen a graduation, a victory in a sports branch, or a Nobel Prize celebrated in a mausoleum? Or, have you seen wedding photos taken in a mausoleum and hung in the place of honor in houses? Well, if that mausoleum belongs to Atatürk, you can see it. Atatürk is such a great…
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People seated and standing around a bustling bar in a well-lit indoor setting with festive decorations.

Top Places to Eat in Ankara

Top Places to Eat in Ankara As the capital city of Türkiye, Ankara is one of the best locations in the country to taste the best food and get a unique and unforgettable dining experience. The city contains the best examples of traditional and modern dining locations reflecting the capital's multidimensional atmosphere. It also captures…
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Night view of a brightly lit shopping mall named Anatolium, featuring various store signs and a cloudy sky in the background.

7 Best Destinations to Shop in Ankara

As the capital city of Türkiye, Ankara offers visitors a countless variety of shopping destinations that range from ancient bazaars to malls. These places will surely enhance your Ankara experience and make your visit memorable. Here are some of the most prominent shopping destinations that are popular among both the locals and visitors. Kızılay Square…
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Aerial view of Atakule Tower in Ankara at sunset, with city buildings silhouetted against the colorful sky.

7 must see places in Ankara

Home to Türkiye’s governmental institutions, the capital city of Ankara contains a deeper historical and social significance to the country’s cultural inheritance than most people give it credit. Even though it is the country’s second-most populated city, it relies mostly on domestic tourism. With the number of tourists visiting Türkiye increasing each year, it is…
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View of a historic fortress in Ankara, Turkey, with a Turkish flag flying atop it. The cityscape and a setting sun are visible in the background.

Walking Through Ankara’s History: A View of the Capital from Ankara Castle

Alongside the magnificence of Istanbul, Ankara stands as a sanctuary in the heart of Anatolia. This is exactly why it is the capital city of Turkey. It is what Atatürk once referred to as the center of Anatolia. Ankara Castle lies at this very point, in Altındağ district, where the ancient settlements of the city…
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