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Ankara, Turkey

Ankara Castle

Ankara Castle is one of the notable stops in Ankara, with a route-friendly location for your trip.

Did you know?

Why are ancient sculpture fragments built into the castle walls?

As the walls were repaired in different periods, columns, altars and inscriptions stripped from nearby Roman buildings were built straight into the masonry. Latin inscriptions and marble blocks are still plainly visible in them.

How old is the castle?

The core of the present walls is Byzantine, from the 7th century, though settlement on the hill goes back to the Phrygian period. The castle stayed in continuous use through Galatian, Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman times.

Do people still live inside the castle?

Yes. The neighbourhood within the walls preserves traditional Ankara houses, some still used as homes. A number of restored houses now operate as cafés, workshops and boutique hotels.

Why go?

  • Easy to add to your route
  • Good photo stop
  • Popular local highlight

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