The capital of Turkey, located in the central part of Anatolia, is a sprawling, modern city to admire the mixture of Roman and Turkish medieval architectural structures.
Learn about
Bronze Age Hattic civilization, Roman Empire, Battle of Manzikert, Battle of Kose Dag, Ottoman Empire, Turkish War of Independence, Treaty of Sevres, Treaty of Lausanne (1923).
Ankara's parliament emerged as a headquarter of the Turkish National Movement during the Turkish War of Independence. Learn about the many civilizations who have influenced this important city, how the Roman Empire left its mark, how the Ottoman Empire came to be and about modern Turkey today.
All that while having a privileged view of the Haci Bayram Mosque, built in the 15th century in Seljuk style in honour of Haci Bayram Veli, whose tomb lies next to the mosque. Discover the Roman temple of Augustus and the Column of Julian, to then cross the famous Cikrikcilar Yokusu Street and learn all about Ankara's Castle. Discover the city that stands as a symbol for development and Western values, and also of symbolic significance for the secular Turk.
Points of Interest
Haci Bayram Mosque, Temple of Augustus and Rome, Column of Julian, Cikrikcilar Yokusu Street, Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Ankara Castle, Yeni Mosque.
