Castle
Ankara Castle
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Esra
February 12, 2018
There is good historical shouvenir shops and restaurants with alcohol in Ankara Castle Region / Ulus.
Kutay
December 26, 2021
It is not known when and by whom the citadel was built. The Ankara Citadel carries the markings of the ancient residents of Anatolia, such as the Hittites, Galatians, Phrygians, Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks and Ottomans. In 1832, the citadel took its final form after a restoration that was funded by Ibrahim Pasha, the son of the Ottoman Governor to Egypt, Mehmed Ali Pasha. During the restoration, many marble blocks were acquired from the surrounding Roman sites and, today, it is possible to see stone building blocks embedded into the castle walls with inscriptions in Latin carved into them. Ankara Citadel – photo by Bernard Gagnon The alleys within the citadel and around it are full of small shops where you can find a wide range of goods such as spices, copper artisanal works, as well as handicraft workshops and fine examples of carpentry works. You’ll also find many cozy cafes and coffeeshops around the citadel, where you can try out the local specialties or relieve your fatigue with various beverages. Considered to be the prime touristic site of the city, the Ankara Citadel beholds many attractions around it. The most notable spots visitors should see are the Rahmi Koç Museum, the Erimtan Archeology Museum and the Anatolian Civilizations Museum.
It is not known when and by whom the citadel was built. The Ankara Citadel carries the markings of the ancient residents of Anatolia, such as the Hittites, Galatians, Phrygians, Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks and Ottomans. In 1832, the citadel took its final form after a restoration that was funded by…
Deniz
June 26, 2016
Ankara Kalesi: This district has one of the oldest castles. It's unique with narrow streets full of little boutique shops, restaurants and cafes. And a great panoramic view of the city from top.
Gokhan
April 30, 2014
the castle of ankara. good shopping for antiques and etc....
Güney
March 10, 2020
Ankara Castle is very historical area. maybe from Hitit Empire. after Rome Empire, Ottoman Empire and currently time. it is popular for Turkish tourists and foreign tourists.
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