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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › AnkaraAnkara - Wikipedia

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   Ankara ( / ˈæŋkərə / ANG-kər-ə, US also / ˈɑːŋ -/ AHNG-kər-ə; Turkish: [ˈaŋkaɾa] ⓘ ), [b] historically known as Ancyra [c] and Angora, [d] [15] is the capital of Turkey.

2. www.britannica.com › place › AnkaraAnkara | Location, History, Population, Map, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jul 20, 1998 · Ankara, city, capital of Turkey, situated in the northwestern part of the country. It lies about 125 miles south of the Black Sea, near the confluence of the Hatip, Ince Su, and Cubek streams. Learn more about Ankara’s history, economy, and attractions.

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3. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g298656Things to Do in Ankara - Tripadvisor

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   Things to Do in Ankara, Türkiye: See Tripadvisor's 105,814 traveler reviews and photos of Ankara tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Ankara. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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5. www.planetware.com › tourist-attractions- › things15 Top-Rated Attractions & Things to Do in Ankara | PlanetWare

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   • Visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. Highlights: Neolithic wall paintings, Bronze Age stonework, Hittite clay cuneiform tablets, and Phrygian gold.
   • Pay Your Respects at the Anitkabir (Atatürk Mausoleum) Highlights: Sprawling city views from the plaza and a monumental mausoleum. Ankara's most visited tourist attraction is also Turkey's most important modern pilgrimage site.
   • Walk the Citadel Neighborhood. Highlights: A historic district of cobblestone alleys enclosed within ancient walls. A wander through this neighborhood is one of the most atmospheric things to do in Ankara.
   • See the Collection inside Erimtan Archaeology & Art Museum. Highlight: Ankara's premier collection of Graeco-Roman artifacts from sites throughout Turkey.

6. www.lonelyplanet.com › turkey › central-anatoliaAnkara travel - Lonely Planet | Turkey, Europe

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   • Museum of Anatolian Civilisations. The best place in the country to get to grips with the complex weave of Turkey's history, the exhibits here house artefacts cherry-picked from just about…
   • Anıt Kabir. The monumental mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk (1881–1938), the founder of modern Turkey, sits high above the city with its abundance of marble and air…
   • Erimtan Archaeology & Arts Museum. Ankara's newest museum houses the astounding collection of mostly Roman (but also Bronze Age, Hittite and Byzantine) artefacts collected over the years by…
   • Citadel. The imposing hisar (citadel) is the most interesting part of Ankara to poke about in. This well-preserved quarter of thick walls and winding streets took…

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   Is Ankara Turkey's 'other' city?

   • Turkey's 'other' city may not have showy Ottoman palaces or regal facades, but Ankara thrums to a vivacious, youthful beat unmarred by the tug of history.

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   Where is Ankara located?

   • Geographically, Ankara is located in the middle of the Kızılırmak and Sakarya rivers, and the Sakarya River forms its border with Eskişehir in the west. Ankara shares its borders with Bolu and Çankırı in the north; Konya in the south and Kırıkkale in the east. Ankara and its province are located in the Central Anatolia Region of Turkey.

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   What does Ankara stand for?

   • Ankara ( / ˈæŋkərə / ANG-kər-ə, US also / ˈɑːŋ -/ AHNG-kər-ə; Turkish: [ˈaŋkaɾa] ⓘ ), [b] historically known as Ancyra [c] and Angora, [d] is the capital of Turkey.

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   What is Ankara famous for?

   • Pay Your Respects at the Anitkabir (Atatürk Mausoleum) Ankara's most visited tourist attraction is also Turkey's most important modern pilgrimage site. Sitting on a hilltop, just to the west of the city center, is the mausoleum of Atatürk (Mustafa Kemal), the founder of the state of Turkey.

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   Is Ankara a modern city?

   • Ankara is often thought of as a modern city – the nation's planned new capital after the modern state of Turkey was formed. There has been a settlement on this spot, though, since the Bronze Age.

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   Why should you visit Ankara in Turkey?

   • The Museum of Anatolian Civilizations is reason enough to include Ankara on your Turkey itinerary. It's the only place in the country where you can grasp the full scope of Anatolia's pre-Classical-era human history.

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8. misstourist.com › things-to-do-in-ankara-turkey17 Top Things to Do in Ankara, Turkey (Approved by a Local!)

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   Jun 16, 2024 · Discover the best attractions, museums, restaurants, and tours in Ankara, the capital of Turkey. Learn about the history, culture, and cuisine of this vibrant city with a local's perspective.

9. www.lonelyplanet.com › turkey › central-anatoliaMust-see attractions Ankara, Central Anatolia - Lonely Planet

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   Explore the history, culture and landmarks of Ankara, the capital of Turkey. Find out about museums, mosques, monuments, parks and more in this comprehensive guide.