about Ankara
Ankara
Visiting Ankara, the capital of Turkey, is a unique experience which we heartily recommend. Being the second-largest city in the country, Ankara has an ancient history and several names going back in the centuries.
For sightseeing, you can visit a number of museums here. Anitkabir stands out with its blend of ancient and modern architecture. It's on Anittepe Hill and houses the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. Those who want to learn something more about the founder of the Turkish Republic should head for the adjacent museum, open every day except Mondays. We also recommend the State Art and Sculpture Museum, the Ankara Ethnography Museum and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
When it comes to the best archaeological sites in Ankara, these are the Ankara Citadel, Roman Theater and Temple of Augustus and Rome. Right next to the Temple of Augustus, you can see the Haci Bayram Mosque, which was built in the 15th Century. In spite of the fact that its architect remains unknown, the mosque gathers thousands of tourists who admire its Seljuk architecture. It was in the 16th Century when the buiding was restored by the architect Sinan, while in the 18th Century its Kutahya tiles were added.
As Ankara abounds in parks and open spaces, one has the chance to enjoy them and fully relax after a long day of sightseeing. Beautiful and well-maintained, the most important are Genclik Park, the Botanical Garden, Kugulu Park, Anayasa Park and Segmenler Park. As Ankara is a frequented destination, it's advisable for you to book your stay there in advance using our online hotel catalogue.