Anitkabir
The monumental mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, founder of modern Turkey, set on a hilltop with a ceremonial approach and museum. Free entry and one of the most significant civic spaces in the country.
Fortress in Ankara
Ankara Castle
An ancient citadel crowning the oldest part of the city, with winding streets, Ottoman-era houses, and panoramic views. Free to enter and explore the inner fortress area.
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Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
A world-class museum housed in a restored Ottoman bazaar, covering 10,000 years of Anatolian history from the Paleolithic to the Iron Age. A modest entry fee for one of the finest archaeological collections anywhere.
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