Ankara

Ankara is the capital of Türkiye and the country's political and administrative center. The city combines a rich historical heritage with modern architecture and features landmarks from the Hittite, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman periods. Among its most notable attractions are the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, the historic Ankara Citadel, and Anıtkabir, the monumental mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Türkiye. As a major university and cultural hub, Ankara is home to government institutions, museums, theaters, and a vibrant urban atmosphere. Türkiye's second-largest city serves as the nation's political heart and offers a fascinating contrast to the commercial and cosmopolitan metropolis of Istanbul.