Parks and gardens in Ankara

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.

Gençlik Parkı

Inaugurated in 1943 on former marshland, this historic central park features a large rowing pond, an amusement park, and open-air theaters.

Dijital Hayvanat Bahçesi

Located within Atatürk Forest Farm, this facility uses holograms and interactive technology to showcase animals in a digital, cage-free environment.

Kuğulu Park

A Kavaklıdere landmark known for its central pond inhabited by swans, ducks, and geese, some of which were gifted by the city of Vienna.

Site Parkı

A local neighborhood park in the Batıkent district featuring walking paths and children's play areas.

Portakal Çiçeği Vadisi

A landscaped valley in the Çankaya district providing a green corridor with walking trails amidst the city's high-rise residential buildings.

Kedi Adası

A specialized sanctuary located in Atatürk Forest Farm dedicated to the care and protection of local cat populations.

Yetişkin Ankara Tavşanı Adası

A dedicated habitat within Atatürk Forest Farm focused on the preservation and display of the iconic long-haired Angora rabbit.

Ankapark

A massive theme park and recreational complex featuring hundreds of attractions, including extensive dinosaur-themed displays and roller coasters.

Botanik Bitkiler Parkı

Established in 1970 near Atakule, this botanical garden features a diverse collection of trees, a greenhouse, and a quiet pond.

Özdemir Asaf Parkı

A neighborhood park in Çankaya named in honor of the influential Turkish poet Özdemir Asaf.

Anayasa Parkı

A public green space in the Çankaya district featuring paved walking paths and shaded seating areas.

Süvari Parkı

A local urban park in the Gaziosmanpaşa neighborhood providing pedestrian pathways and community greenery.

Barış Manço Parkı

Named after the famous Turkish musician, this park offers walking tracks and recreational space in the heart of Çankaya.

Chile Square

A small urban square in Kavaklıdere featuring a bust of Bernardo O'Higgins, symbolizing diplomatic ties between Turkey and Chile.

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