Ankara is the capital city of Turkey and is Turkey’s second largest city after Istanbul. It is an important economic and political center and is where the Turkish government is based. Ankara offers numerous activities to enjoy and places to visit due to its overwhelming history.

Anıtkabir/ The Mausoleum of Atatürk: Anıtkabir is the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the leader of the Turkish War of Independence, the founder and first President of the Republic of Turkey. It is located in Anıttepe, Ankara.

Ankara Kalesi / Ankara Castle: The Ankara Castle is one of Ankara’s oldest sights. It dates all the way back to the Roman, Seljuk, and Ottoman Empires. The Ankara Castle has become a very popular destination for visitors as well as locals.

Anadolu Medeniyetleri Müzesi / The Museum of Anatolian Civilizations: The Museum of Anatolian Civilizations is located on the south side of Ankara Castle in the Atpazarı area in Ankara, Turkey. This museum is a great way to learn about Turkey’s ancient past and see historically important monuments.

Rahmi Koç Müzesi / Rahmi Koç Museum: Rahmi M. Koç Museum is Ankara’s first museum about industry and engineering. It opened in 2005.

Düveroğlu, located in Bilkent Caddesi, is a great choice to taste Turkish cuisine.

Located in Bilkent Station:

Quick China is famous for Asian cuisine.

Big Chefs and Midpoint serve a more European taste.

Starbucks Reserve and Fameo are specialist coffee houses.

Located in Ankuva:

Mezzaluna is a great place for pizza pasta.

Piel Roja is a popular burger bar.

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