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Ankara

City · 🇹🇷 Türkiye
Population 5,803,482
Area 707 km²
Time zone Europe/Istanbul
Official website www.ankara.bel.tr
Ankara

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Ankara Essentials

Ankara showcases a timeline of Anatolian history, from the 3rd-century Roman Baths and the Temple of Augustus to the monumental Anıtkabir mausoleum. The city’s cultural core includes the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, housed in a 15th-century bazaar, and the historic Ankara Castle. Modern landmarks like the Kocatepe Mosque and the Atakule observation tower contrast with the preserved cells of the Ulucanlar Prison Museum and the Republic-era Ethnography Museum.

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Ankara's Historic Landmarks

Ankara's landscape spans thousands of years, from the Early Bronze Age Yumurtatepe Tümülüsü to the mid-20th century Anıtkabir mausoleum. This collection highlights the city's Roman legacy through the 3rd-century Roman Baths and the Temple of Augustus, which preserves the Res Gestae Divi Augusti inscription. Medieval history is represented by the Ankara Citadel’s layered fortifications, while modern Turkish history is anchored by the bronze Victory and Security Monuments located in the city's central squares.

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Top Museums in Ankara

Ankara’s museum scene offers a deep dive into Turkey’s complex history. The Museum of Anatolian Civilizations showcases rare artifacts from the Hittite and Urartian periods within restored Ottoman structures. The Ethnography Museum focuses on Turkic folk art, while the State Art and Sculpture Museum highlights Turkish fine arts from the late 19th century. For contemporary culture, Cer Modern occupies a repurposed train depot. Historical landmarks like the Ulucanlar Prison Museum and the War of Independence Museum, located in the first parliament building, provide insight into the nation’s political evolution.

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Parks & Gardens of Ankara

Ankara’s green spaces offer a diverse mix of Republican-era history, modern technology, and specialized animal habitats. This selection spans from the historic 1943 Gençlik Parkı in the city center to the innovative Digital Zoo at Atatürk Forest Farm, where wildlife is showcased through holograms. You will find iconic spots like Kuğulu Park, famous for its embassy-gifted swans, alongside dedicated sanctuaries for the city’s namesake Angora rabbits and cats.

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Iconic Religious Sites

Ankara’s religious landscape features a mix of historic spiritual centers and massive modern monuments. The city is home to the Kocatepe Mosque, a landmark of Ottoman Revival architecture, and the Ahmet Hamdi Akseki Camii, known for its neoclassical design. Historic sites include the area around Hacı Bayram Veli, while newer structures like Melike Hatun Camii showcase traditional Seljuk influences. This selection represents the city's diverse places of worship, including the International Protestant Church.

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Ankara — Map

Ankara — Map

Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: May, June, September, October

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 5° (feels like 0°) · extremes -13°–11°
  • -4° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 3°) · extremes -10°–15°
  • -2° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 12° (feels like 7°) · extremes -6°–20°
  • 0° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Good
  • 17° (feels like 14°) · extremes -3°–25°
  • 4° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Great
  • 22° (feels like 20°) · extremes 3°–29°
  • 9° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 16 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in June

Great
  • 27° (feels like 26°) · extremes 8°–33°
  • 13° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 21 sunny days
  • 11 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in July

Good
  • 32° (feels like 30°) · extremes 12°–38°
  • 16° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 27 sunny days
  • 13 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 9 · very high
Up to 6 days above 35°

Typical weather in August

Good
  • 32° (feels like 30°) · extremes 12°–37°
  • 16° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 27 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 6 days above 35°

Typical weather in September

Great
  • 27° (feels like 25°) · extremes 7°–34°
  • 12° at night
  • 4 rainy days
  • 22 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in October

Great
  • 20° (feels like 17°) · extremes 1°–28°
  • 8° at night
  • 5 rainy days
  • 17 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Fair
  • 14° (feels like 10°) · extremes -4°–21°
  • 2° at night
  • 6 rainy days
  • 14 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 3°) · extremes -8°–14°
  • -1° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Turkish Lira TRY ₺ · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
112 Ambulance
Electricity
Type C / Type F
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Turkish
Tap water
Drink with caution
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+90
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Tours & Activities

Anıtkabir
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Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
Walk
Ankara Citadel

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