Yaşlı Ardıç Pond

Yaşlı Ardıç Pond was built in Uzunlar Neighborhood, in the Akyurt district of Ankara, through a joint project by the Akyurt Municipality and the State Hydraulic Works (DSI). The operation, maintenance and management of the pond were transferred to the Akyurt Municipality. As of 2025, landscaping of the surrounding area, afforestation and the development of a recreation/mesire (picnic and leisure) area are still in the project planning stage. The existing pond area is suitable for nature observation, short hikes and outdoor photography

Steerıng Buıldıng

Known as the “Steering Building,” this structure was commissioned by Sultan Abdulhamid II and completed in 1892 during the construction of the Baghdad Railway. Between December 27, 1919, when Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk arrived in Ankara, and 1922, the building served as the headquarters and residence of the Commander-in-Chief, hosting some of the most significant domestic and foreign decisions of the era. The Turkish State Railways (TCDD) restored this valuable historic asset, which sheds light on our recent history and especially the early years of the Republic, and inaugurated it as a museum on December 24, 1964, contributing it to Ankara’s cultural heritage. Conservation, maintenance, and restoration work on Atatürk’s personal belongings as well as furniture and artifacts from the National Struggle period commenced on April 16, 2012. Following the completion of these efforts, the museum was reopened to visitors on September 23, 2012, coinciding with the 156th anniversary of TCDD’s establishment

Brıde Rock

As a result of volcanic eruptions around the village of Taşlıca, flowing lava dispersed and settled in the environment, solidified, and petrified. These andesites melted over time, forming interesting rock masses. Visually the most extraordinary and famous of these rocks, common in the locality, is Bride Rock.

Mahkemeağcin Rock Churches

Within Mahkemeağcin Village and at four separate locations along the Kızılcahamam–Güdül highway passing through the settlement, there are rock-cut settlement remains dating to the Byzantine period. These spaces were used as churches, workshops, animal shelters, and rooms associated with daily life.

Türk Telekom Museum of Telecommunication

Opened in 2002, the Türk Telekom Telecommunication Museum holds the distinction of being the first and only science and technology-based museum in Türkiye to offer hands-on education in the field of communication. All communication devices on display from the earliest Morse device to magneto telephones, plug-in switchboards, and modern video phones are in full working condition. Visitors, particularly students, are introduced to these technologies and are given the opportunity to experience them interactively

Black Lake

The crater lake surrounded by pine hills is located in a wide area just 35 km away from Kızılcahamam. It is possible to camp in the lake, which presents a unique view in the summer. Leech, turtle, and duck inhabit in the area where there are no social facilities. It is not possible to swim in the lake where no fish lives.

Cin Ali Museum

First published in 1968, the Cin Ali book series quickly captured the interest of early readers and went on to hold a significant place in the field of education for decades. The Cin Ali Museum, established under the foundation founded by the family of Rasim Kaygusuz -the creator of the Cin Ali character- showcases the historical development of the character and its role in education. Within the museum campus, there is also the Filli Bahçe, a garden space where visitors can relax and purchase Cin Alithemed products.

Hamamönü

Hamamönü takes its name from the Karaca Bey Bath, commissioned by Karaca Bey, the Beylerbeyi (Governor-General) of Anatolia, in the 15th century. Today, the district is recognized as a living cultural and historical quarter of Ankara, preserving a dense concentration of Ottoman-era heritage. Within Hamamönü—now commonly referred to as Hamamönü—the bath commissioned by Karaca Bey remains one of the defining structures, surrounded by numerous historical mosques, small prayer houses (mescit), lodges (dergâh), tombs (türbe), madrasas, fountains, burial grounds (hazire), and traditional mansions. As part of major conservation and urban renewal projects, the historical fabric of the neighborhood has been carefully preserved, and its traditional Ankara houses have been reintegrated into the city with new cultural functions. Today, these restored structures serve as tea and coffee houses, restaurants, patisseries, museums, art centers, cultural houses, and shops for tourism and handicraft souvenirs. The Karaca Bey Mosque and its surroundings form the heart of the quarter, framed by notable examples of traditional Ankara civil architecture. Distinguished historical mansions that remain standing and attract visitors include the Kamil Paşa Mansion, Beynamlızade Mansion and Kabakçı Mansion, one of which is popularly known today as Kabakçı Konağı. Another architectural landmark that shapes the silhouette of the area is the Hamamönü Clock Tower, an iconic symbol of the district’s cultural identity. Hamamönü is now one of Ankara’s most important culture and tourism destinations, where the city’s historic character meets daily life, offering both locals and visitors an authentic urban heritage experience

Kalecik Tabakhane Mosque

It is understood from the inscriptions inside the mosque that it was built between 1905 and 1907. Built on a sloping land, the mosque has a square plan, a hipped roof, and a wooden ceiling; the body walls are built of smooth cut stone. Except for the small rectangular window on the mihrab, all the windows are arched, and the upper ones are small, the lower ones are large. The mosque was repaired in 2006.

Çubuk 1 Dam

Being the first dam of the Republic Era, it was opened in 1936 by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. It is a dam built on Çubuk Stream for the purpose of supplying drinking, utility and industry water and preventing floods. Atatürk Mansion, music hall and picnic areas have been built around the dam. Nowadays it is used as a relaxation and recreational area with its beautiful view. The dam was designed as a recreational area by Ankara Metropolitan Municipality in 2020 and parks, sports areas, walking and bicycle lanes, an observation terrace, cafes, and playgraounds were built. The dam was opened with its new design on 29 October 2020. In this area where Atatürk Mansion was restored there are also picnic gazebos and barbecues. The dam and its surrounding area is suitable for nature walks and photosafari.

50th Year Park

Situated at Cebeci neighbourhood and known as Ankara’s observation terrace, 50th Year Park has an area of 135.000 square metres. The park was opened in 1970 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Republic and was renovated by Ankara Metropolitan Municipality in 2009. There are ponds, playgrounds, gazebos, non-barbecue picnic areas, an ice-skating ring, cafes, arbours, and a big carpark. Turkey’s tallest flagpole with a height of 120 metres is also here.

Aladdin Mosque

The mosque, located inside the Ankara Castle and built in 1197, is one of the oldest mosques of the city. The walls were made of cut and rubble stone, covered with a plastered tile roof. The single-balcony minaret rises in the northwest corner. Alaaddin mosque is important especially for its pulpit, antique column capitals found in the narthex and repair inscriptions on the gate