Ankara If you want a full culture; history and nature trip, Ankara is one of the best options. As a result, many historical sites; It contains a building and a museum. In addition; even if the capital of our country is not the sea; it is a city famous for its lakes, parks and many natural beauties.
Anıtkabir
Ankara Castle
Anatolian Civilizations Museum
War of Independence Museum (First Assembly)
Republic Museum (Second Parliament Building)
Atatürk Forest Farm
RED CRESCENT SQUARE
Wonderland Park
ANITKABİR
Undoubtedly, Ankara is the first place that comes to mind for most of us. Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey; His tomb is in Anıtkabir. The historical and spiritual value of the mausoleum is very high; but its architecture also draws attention.
It is a must-see place in Ankara. It is a magnificent place to live in memories of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. In the museum, there are many photographs; paintings, etc., exhibiting not only the tomb of our Great Leader; but also his personal belongings and what he has done for our country. You can also see the items. All this is average; It is exhibited in the Atatürk and War of Independence Museum; which has an area of 3 thousand square meters. The museum consists of 4 different sections. Atatürk’s personal belongings are included in the first section. The second part of the museum is devoted to Çanakkale and the Wars of Independence. Stunning photographs and paintings are among the things you can see in this section. The books in Atatürk’s private library appear in the fourth section.
Anıtkabir is in the very center of the city, in the Tandoğan district of Çankaya; It is quite easy to reach the mausoleum.
Ankara Castle
The history of the second largest city in our; country dates back to 5000 years ago. The city has encountered many civilizations; and there is a living proof of history in almost every corner. The castle is one of the symbolic structures of the city that; has witnessed thousands of years of history.
It has a beautiful view that sees Ankara from the top. We had this place in our Ankara trip. The road to the castle was very beautiful; you don’t walk very much after you leave the car; so we were very tired while climbing the castles in the Black Sea. There are also vendors selling souvenirs on the way. In total, your tour ends in half an hour. There is no fee. While Ulucanlar is very close to prison, I recommend you to visit both. Parking can be a problem on holidays.
Anatolian Civilizations Museum
In the city surrounded by the diversity and richness of civilizations; it is more valuable than the other; Anatolian Civilizations Museum is a good place to see Anatolian artifacts.
The museum consists of Kurşunlu Han and Mahmut Paşa Bedesteni from the Ottoman period. While the animations reinforce the impressiveness of the presentations in the museum; the artifacts are exhibited chronologically. When you enter the museum, you almost experience the ancient times. Exquisite ruins take you back to ancient times and give you goosebumps.
As one of the seven to visit the museum; I must say that I am not a museum. Already in 1997 in its museum across Europe. It is being increased to be founded by Atatürk in 1921. Another outstanding feature is that it “is a unique museum made up of artifacts from Anatolia. It is made of very rich pieces, starting from the Paleolithic age, from the 10/11th era. It is also a tour as a museum tour. The arrangement is very good. While wandering around the wide area, you can take a break and do something. There are also shopping sections where you can drink. While I was visiting, there was a group of guidance counselors during the winter training. Really at international standards. Our pride is human, with its rich Anatolian culture and civilization.
War of Independence Museum (First Assembly)
The Independence War Museum in Ulus was started to be built in 1915 as the I. Grand National Assembly of Turkey.
One of the first striking elements in the architecture of the house, also known as Ankara stone; The use of andesite material. As such, the building reflects the characteristics of a typical two-storey Turkish architectural house.
The parliament building, which is one of the places that carries the spirit of national excitement; It was also used as the Headquarters of the Republican People’s Party and a law school. The idea of transforming the building into a museum was put forward in 1957. Since 1961, the building has been visited as the War of Independence Museum.
Inside, there are various tools used in the First Assembly, the Assembly Hall, the Turkish Flag Hanging in the First Assembly, various personal belongings of Mehmet Akif Ersoy, personal belongings of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, personal belongings of various pashas, and the rooms used when the First Assembly convened. There are cannons used outside at that time, and machine guns used at that time inside. a small museum can be visited for a total of half an hour and 45 minutes. entrance fee
Republic Museum (Second Parliament Building)
Ankara’s historical exhibitions emerge with numerous design exhibitions. The TBMM building was built at Atatürk’s request after the first building was inadequate.
It is definitely one of the must-see places. Used between 1924-1960, especially the general assembly hall is very impressive, it resembles the atmosphere in movies and documentaries. An Ottoman flag used in Damascus came back years later.
In the Republic Museum, which was opened in 1981, there are many documents and photographs belonging to the period of the first 3 Presidents in history. The decisions taken at that time and the laws passed are explained with documents. It can be entered with a Museum Card. Parking is a bit of a problem for that region. It’s a 2-storey building, enough to tour for about 30-45 minutes.
Many works/documents of Atatürk’s Revolutions and transition to multi-party life are waiting for you in the museum. In addition, the personal belongings of the Presidents are also met with intense interest from the visitors.
Atatürk’s 10th Anniversary Speech, especially in the museum…
Atatürk Forest Farm
It was established on a 52-hectare land that was gifted to Atatürk in 1925. According to that period, the modernity and development of the farm was quite remarkable.
Even in the facilities with animals on the farm, there are many places from sea pools to playgrounds and fields.
I think you should definitely visit the replica of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk’s house in Thessaloniki. If you want to go on a journey back to Atatürk’s childhood, enter the museum house and visit all the rooms. In the museum room, you will see many personal belongings of Mustafa Kemal.
Eating kokoreç, tasting Sencam meatballs, sitting in the park and watching the children’s games are invaluable. It is also recommended to visit Atatürk’s house. You can come here by private car or bath train, if you take the suburban train in the direction of Xinjiang, get off the gas station and reach the farm, it is easy to arrive.
RED CRESCENT SQUARE
While visiting Ankara, your path somehow leads to Kızılay Square, where the heart of the city beats.
Kızılay Square is an ideal spot to observe the daily life of the city. As you can imagine, there are many cafes and shopping centers around.
All roads lead to Kızılay in Ankara. Although each district is urbanized within itself, I think Kızılay has a special place for everyone. Do not pass by the passages, food places and of course, Olgunlar.
The square, which takes its name from the Kızılay Headquarters, which is now an on-site shopping mall, is also at a very active point in terms of public transportation. From here, it is possible to reach almost every part of the city.
Wonderland Park
Moreover, “Wonderland Park” is one of the most attractive thematic parks in Ankara for those who want to get away from real life and dive into fairy tales. (Xinjiang Wonderland)
However, the name of the park in Xinjiang is a quote from the book “Wonderland” and as expected, you can see the wax statues of all the characters of the fairy tale in the area.
Don’t think like you do with the “Wonderland” Alone on this park, which has a land area of 1,320,000 square meters. In other words, loved ones of various fairy tales came to the park from their books. You will love your children in a park that encounters many cartoon characters and tarkan in our day with children.
It is incredibly beautiful and enjoyable to present and display the magnificent visuals of the heroes that children watch and enjoy in animations in cinema shows in nature and greenery…