Ankara
Ankara is the capital of the Republic and a city of museums, universities and wide boulevards. Anıtkabir, the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and the old citadel tell different layers of the story, while the surrounding steppe hides Phrygian and Roman sites.
Ankara
Ankara is the capital of the Republic and a city of museums, universities and wide boulevards. Anıtkabir, the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and the old citadel tell different layers of the story, while the surrounding steppe hides Phrygian and Roman sites.
This guide covers all 81 provinces, the World Heritage sites, local food, transport, emergency numbers and the small details that make a trip easier. It is written for foreign visitors and built from public records, official indexes and original research.
Opening hours, prices and transport change. Confirm details with the official venue before you go.
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Top attractions
Civilizations
Local flavours
Souvenirs and local products
Museums
Culture and living heritage
Outdoor activities
Culture Atlas
Legends, games, weddings, beliefs and everyday traditions recorded by the Türkiye Culture Portal.
12 records · Names and links come from the Türkiye Culture Portal. Check the official page for current details.
Where to stay
284 accommodation options listed by OpenStreetMap.
Accommodation listed by the Culture Portal, alongside OpenStreetMap options.: 200 records.
Districts and neighbourhoods
+ 9 Districts
Main airports serving the province
Practical information
Emergency
- Emergency · Ambulance112
- Police155
- Gendarmerie156
- Fire110
- Forest fire177
- Tourism hotline176
Health & safety
- Pharmacies1,820
- Hospitals141
- Police70
- Taxi171
Post office
PTT · 444 1 788
Verify before you travel
Travel tips
- Carry some cash for small villages, markets and taxis; cards work in most hotels and city restaurants.
- Check museum and archaeological-site opening days before travelling; some close one day a week.
- Book hot-air balloons, popular restaurants and summer ferries in advance, especially in high season.
Nearby provinces
Continue with these nearby provinces.
Kırıkkale
Tarihi Evler · Çeşnigir Köprüsü · Karıştıran Kilisesi
Çankırı
Koca Meşe · Taş Mescit · Taş Mektep
Bolu
Kadı Camii · At Yaylası · Ağda Camii
UNESCO Kırşehir
Kesikköprü · Çarşı Camii · Kapucu Camii
Place names and indexes are compiled from the Türkiye Culture Portal, UNESCO, OpenStreetMap and public tourism sources.