Kırıkkale, Central Anatolia, Türkiye
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Kırıkkale

Kırıkkale is an industrial province in Central Anatolia, with a history linked to the republic's early factories. It is a practical stop on the road between Ankara and the east, with a few local museums and green river valleys.

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Kırıkkale

Kırıkkale is an industrial province in Central Anatolia, with a history linked to the republic's early factories. It is a practical stop on the road between Ankara and the east, with a few local museums and green river valleys.

Tarihi EvlerÇeşnigir KöprüsüKarıştıran KilisesiBallı Camii Ve TürbesiCeritkale Kaya MezarlarıKoçubaba Camii Ve TürbesiHasandede Camii Ve TürbesiMke Kırıkkale Silah Müzesi
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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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Local flavours

Keskin Tava · local specialtyOmaç · local specialtyDönderme · local specialtyTuvalak · local specialtyHaside · local specialty

Souvenirs and local products

Kilim-Heybe Dokumaları

Museums

Mke Kırıkkale Silah Müzesi

Culture and living heritage

Kırıkkale Yöresel Halk OyunlarıKırıkkale'ye Özgü Atasözleri Ve DeyimlerYorgan YapımıKırıkkale Halk Müziği

Outdoor activities

Doğa Yürüyüşü (trekking)Sportif Olta BalıkçılığıSivri DağıKüre Dağı
Culture Atlas

Culture Atlas

Legends, games, weddings, beliefs and everyday traditions recorded by the Türkiye Culture Portal.

Kırıkkale Yöresel Halk OyunlarıKırıkkale'ye Özgü Atasözleri Ve DeyimlerKırıkkale Halk MüziğiKırıkkale ManileriKırıkkale İl Kültür Ve Turizm Müdürlüğü Ustalar TopluluğuDokumacılık SanatıKırıkkale Batıl İnançları

7 records · Names and links come from the Türkiye Culture Portal. Check the official page for current details.

Where to stay

Where to stay

5 accommodation options listed by OpenStreetMap.

Accommodation listed by the Culture Portal, alongside OpenStreetMap options.: 2 records.

Enar OtelCarmine Hotel
Practical information

Practical information

Emergency

  • Emergency · Ambulance112
  • Police155
  • Gendarmerie156
  • Fire110
  • Forest fire177
  • Tourism hotline176

Provincial Culture & Tourism Office

0318 280 17 00

iktm71@ktb.gov.tr

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Health & safety

  • Pharmacies57
  • Hospitals5
  • Police2
  • Taxi3

Post office

PTT · 444 1 788

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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.

Place names and indexes are compiled from the Türkiye Culture Portal, UNESCO, OpenStreetMap and public tourism sources.

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