Old City Center

Immerse yourself in the soulful enchantment of Ankara, Türkiye, right within its charismatic Old City Center. This city's heart, filled with historical prowess and vibrant culture, offers visitors a journey of fascinating discoveries. The Old City Center, built around the ancient Roman Temple of Augustus, is a labyrinth of narrow cobblestone alleys brimming with restored Ottoman-era houses, rustic tea gardens, artisan workshops, and traditional bazaars. Every turn reveals glimpses of Ankara's prosperous past, mesmerizing with bursts of color, texture, and antiquity. Attention history aficionados! Lose yourself amidst museums, archaeological sites, and the UNESCO Tentative World Heritage-listed Haci Bayram Veli Mosque. Listen to the chorus of prayers, bells, and daily life resonating from the ancient stonework. The architectural elegance of Romanesque structures intertwined with Islamic arts in the mosques stands as a testament to centuries of harmonious multicultural existence. For the foodies, the Old City Center is a delight for the taste buds. Savor authentic Anatolian delicacies and sip on Türkiye's famed tea brewed on coal-heated samovars in charming teahouses scattered throughout the old town. While strolling, captivating arts and crafts markets invite you to bring home a piece of Türkiye's cultural fabric. Traditional wares, handmade rugs, ceramics, copperwork, and spices fill the air with an ethereal essence. Experience Ankara, Türkiye, not as a tourist but as a time traveler stepping into a living, breathing museum of culture, history, and Turkish hospitality in the Old City Center. Immerse in this marvelous testament to the city’s vibrant past and take away unforgettable memories of Türkiye's timeless allure.