The Ankara Citadel is peopled in relatively large numbers, still, by local inhabitants who live in quite poor conditions. The view from the top level is breathtaking. Getting there means braving begging and rather insistent requests to purchase tourist articles. There is an excellent small restaurant, And, where you can sit on a veranda with a gorgeous view, sipping chai... More

Always enjoy visiting castles. This one is split over two hills with a magnificant view of Ankara. Washington restaurant within the castle walls serve wonderful food

The Citadel itself is a broken down slum leftover that's worth the hike for the beautiful views of the city and the peace and quiet. Outside of that there's nothing else to see but garbage and to feel bad that people actually live among the rubbles and mounds of trash. Once you reach the top there is a single nice... More

Awesome experience..Must visit place in Ankara..It should top the list..If you are interested in exploring old monuments then don't miss it friends..

It could be a better place if they keep it more clean and try to make it more convenient for tourists.

Next to Atatutks mauseleum, it was the second best. Turkey has come into its own, but this is a must for anyone to

If you're in town for a few days and want to get the best view, the Citadel is where it's at. Unfortunately when I was there in Feb 2013, there were a lot of construction going on in the town. The top of the citadel itself is fine. A bit dangerous though if it's too windy as there's no protective... More

We didn't find any "inside". It's just a big old wall in a very poor neighborhood. I felt really sad for the children that were following us around hoping to get some money. We usually don't give money in these situations in order to discourage children from growing up to be beggars, but it was still very very sad. The... More

I have been to the Ankara citadel a few times now. It has never failed to impress me how its original state has been kept 'alive', and how real it feels. They view is great, you can see over a large part of the scattered Ankara. You must be physically capable to climb it though, there are many stairs, and... More