Ankara Vacation Guide

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Ankara is the bustling capital of Turkey, located in the heart of Anatolia. It is a historically significant city, featuring Hattian, Hittite, Lydian, Phrygian, Galatian, Greek, Persian, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman archaeological sites.

It is home to a large population of government workers and university students, making it a vibrant destination for travelers.

From its ancient history to its modern-day attractions, Ankara has something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing vacation or an educational experience, this city has it all.

From historical monuments to museums and parks, Ankara offers plenty of sights to explore. There are also many restaurants and cafes offering traditional Turkish cuisine as well as international flavors.

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or an extended stay in Ankara, there’s plenty to see and do in this vibrant city.

With its rich culture and vibrant atmosphere, Ankara is sure to provide an unforgettable travel experience!

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History of Ankara

The fate of the city has changed, when Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and his friends made Ankara the center of their resistance movement against the Allies in 1920, and established a parliament representing the people of Turkey, against the Allies’ controlled Ottoman Government in the occupied Istanbul of post World War I. Upon the success of the Turkish War of Independence, …

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Ankara Climate

The city experiences hot summers and cold winters, with temperatures ranging from -8°C to 38°C. Under the Trewartha climate classification, Ankara has a temperate humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. The summers are dry and hot while the winters are cold and wet. Precipitation is low throughout the year, with an average annual rainfall of around 500mm.

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Must Eat İn Ankara

Like many other capitals, Ankara is where you can eat the best and the freshest fish of the country all around the year (not the cheapest, though). Around Sakarya str., there are various types of fish restaurants, from fast food to stylish ones and it can be a good opportunity to also try rakı, which is known as a companion …

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Ankara Transportation

Ankara is served by a suburban rail named Ankaray (A1) and three subway lines (M1, M2, M3) of the Ankara Metro with about 300,000 total daily commuters, while an additional subway line (M4) is under construction. A 3.2 km long gondola lift with four stations connects the district of Şentepe to the Yenimahalle metro station. The Ankara Central Station is …

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Must Do İn Ankara

Ankara Modern Arts Center (Çağdaş Sanatlar Merkezi), opposite the American Embassy in Kavaklıdere, at Atatürk Boulevard has free exhibitions and performances, mostly of local and infamous artists, but sometimes of more impressive ones. Local and national groups play in Ankara bars and venues especially on the weekends. Sunny days get crowds fill Tunali Hilmi Road in Kavaklidere, and 7.Cadde in …

Ankara Vacation Guide