I feel very lucky since I live in Turkey and see all the beautiful landscapes in my country. I passed my university years in Ankara, the capital of Turkey. I feel very lucky because I studied at one of the best universities of Turkey, Middle East Technical University. Throughout university years, I got the chance of discovering amazing and interesting places in Ankara. Almost all of them have historical importance. Here is my favourite places that I would like you to see one day.
Ankara Castle
Building date is not known exactly. However, it is known that Byzanthians and Romans use this castle for military purposes. It was captured by Seljuqid Empire in 1073 and became Turkish territory. It is located in Ulus province in Ankara, Genclik Park nearby.
Anitkabir
The graveyard of Turkish Republic founder, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. It is also the graveyard of second president of Turkish Republic, Ismet Inonu. In Anıtkabir, there are many towers. It has a very different architectural structure and was built by famous architects Emin Onat and Orhan Arda.
Old TBMM Building
It is located in the center of Ulus province. This is the building where Turkish Republic was founded. Ataturk made his first speech to the members here.
Atakule
The famous shopping centre in Ankara. It is located in Cankaya province. It consists of two parts, namely shopping centre and tower. The build of shopping centre part was completed in 1987. Its name was given by Turkish president Turgut Ozal.
