Tourism in Ankara .. 8 activities that you can do within 24 hours

Arabiaweather.com - Ismail Ghasemi - Ankara may not be the most attractive city in the world and it does not appear on the lists of the best tourist destinations, but it offers visitors a different side of modern Turkey , and with its central location it is bound to be an ideal stopover for travelers in central Turkey and can be reached from Most cities in Turkey.

On this topic, a number of things that you can do in a one-day visit to Ankara, "the second largest Turkish city."

Visit Anitkabir - Mausoleum of Ataturk

A luxurious monument that expresses the legacy that Ataturk left for the modern Turkish state, and it is not possible not to admire its large size, which indicates its strength despite its simplicity. This memorial is of particular importance to the city of Ankara, because Ataturk is the first president of the Republic in Turkey, and he appointed Ankara as the new capital of the country.

Kizilay - city center

Kizilay Square is the business center of Ankara, with countless retail shops, shops, open-air markets, restaurants and cafes. This region is a lively transportation hub and youth attraction, and it also has many important monuments and memorials. Nearby, you can explore Ataturk Square, Guven Park, and the Turkish Parliament.

Ankara Castle

Ankara includes many important archaeological sites scattered throughout the city, but there are only a few structures surrounding the castle that survived the development and modernization work, and the Ankara Castle provides a wonderful view of the city, and it is located in the Ulus Benderisi area in the old quarters, and entry to it is free .

Streets of the old quarter

Combine your visit to Ankara Castle with a walking tour of the old historic quarters, the lanes of narrow cobbled roads and old Ottoman houses with red roofs and thick walls and shops. It is a somewhat touristy area, but it is less attractive than the old neighborhoods in Istanbul.

Museum of Anatolian Civilization

It can be said that it is the most important museum in central Anatolia, and it contains artifacts from the Paleolithic Age, the Neolithic Age, and even Roman civilizations. The museum is located between two beautiful Ottoman buildings, on the south side of the Ankara Castle, where visitors can combine the castle, the ancient quarters, and the museum. in one visit.

Kocatepe Mosque

Stunning, powerful, majestic, splendid, majestic, dignified.. Whatever adjectives you choose, you will not reach the exact description of the most impressive mosque in Ankara, which is also the largest. Without a doubt, a visit to the Kocatepe Mosque is a must during Any trip to Ankara.

Panoramic views from Atakul Tower

The tower is located in the fashionable shopping area "Cankaya" and offers visitors the opportunity to see the city with a panoramic view from the highest place in Ankara, and without a doubt it is the best for viewing a historical city that the Romans, Byzantines and Ottomans passed through.

Eat some grills and street food

Turkish food is very diverse, it combines the Balkan, Middle Eastern and Central Asian cuisine and everything gives you a good Turkish flavour. You can taste the local kebab that has become widely known, and Ankara was home to the world record-breaker with the largest kebab sandwich weighing 1,198 kilograms.