Ankara Audio Tour: A Walk Through Time and Culture in Hacettepe

Above photo: Diego Delso, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Embark on the Altındağ Audio Tour: From Cells to Sages, Mosques to Masterpieces

Barred windows once hid the whispers of dissidents, poets, and rebels in the heart of Altındağ, where every street corner holds a secret unearthed by few.

Embark on a self-guided audio tour that cracks open Ankara’s concealed history. Find layers most visitors walk past unseen as stories echo from cells and salons alike.

What chilling message passed through the walls of Ulucanlar Cezaevi before a midnight escape? Whose legacy haunts the corridors of the Museum of Intangible Cultural Heritage with unanswered questions? Why did Mehmet Akif Ersoy’s simple study spark fierce debate over Turkey’s future?

Move through hushed prison courtyards, shadowy alleyways, and homes bursting with forgotten inspiration. Trace resistance and revelation as each step reveals truth stitched into stone and memory. See Altındağ as a living museum, dramatic and raw beneath its surface.

Unlock these mysteries now—turn the city’s hidden keys and begin your own investigation.

🗺️ Tour Details

• Duration: 2 hours 7 minutes
• Distance: Around 4.3 km (2.7 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 1h 5min
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Ulucanlar Cezaevi Müzesi, Mehmet Akif Ersoy Museum House, Karacabey Mosque

Experience the charm of Altındağ like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

🎒 What's Included

• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Altındağ's history to life
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

ℹ️ Important Info

• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Altındağ on your terms. It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

🎧 What is AllTours?

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:

• 📍  Ulucanlar Cezaevi Müzesi (2min)
• 🕌  Melike Hatun Mosque (4min)
• 🕌  Janabi Ahmet Pasha Mosque (4min)
• 🕌  Tree Foot Mosque (4min)
• 🕌  Aslanhane Mosque (3min)
• 📍  Pirinç Han (Ankara) (4min)
• 🏛️  Gökyay Association Chess Museum (2min)
• 🏛️  Museum of Intangible Cultural Heritage (4min)
• 🏛️  Mehmet Akif Ersoy Museum House (2min)
• 🏛️  Hacettepe Art Museum (2min)
• 🏥  Hacettepe Adult Hospital (4min)
• 🕌  Karacabey Mosque (3min)
• 🏛️  Mehmet Akif Ersoy Literature Museum Library (2min)
• ⛰️  Hacettepe Oncology Hospital (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

🏛️ Additional City Topics

Learn even more about Altındağ with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Ancient History (2min)
• 🏛️    Celtic History (2min)
• 🏛️    Roman History (3min)
• 🏛️    Byzantine History (3min)
• 🏛️    Ecclesiastical History (3min)
• 🏛️    Seljuk And Ottoman History (3min)
• 🏛️    Turkish Republican Capital (3min)
• 🌍    Ankara's Geographic Borders Explained (1min)
• 🌍    Climate (2min)
• 🌟    Ankara’s Urban Transformation (3min)
• 🎭    Ankara's Political Power Struggle (3min)
• 🎭    Ankara Turmoil And Leadership (2min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

Above photo: Aroyyo, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Nosferatü, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Diego Delso, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  •  🇫🇷 French  •  🇪🇸 Spanish  •  🇩🇪 German  •  🇮🇹 Italian  •  🇵🇹 Portuguese  •  🇷🇺 Russian  •  🇯🇵 Japanese  •  🇨🇳 Chinese  •  🇳🇱 Dutch  •  🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  •  🇸🇦 Arabic  •  🇰🇷 Korean  •  🇸🇪 Swedish  •  🇩🇰 Danish  •  🇫🇮 Finnish  •  🇵🇱 Polish  •  🇨🇿 Czech  •  🇭🇺 Hungarian  •  🇬🇷 Greek  •  🇹🇷 Turkish  •  🇮🇳 Hindi  •  🇦🇱 Albanian  •  🇪🇹 Amharic  •  🇦🇲 Armenian  •  🇧🇩 Bengali  •  🇧🇦 Bosnian  •  🇧🇬 Bulgarian  •  🇲🇲 Burmese  •  🇪🇸 Catalan  •  🇭🇷 Croatian  •  🇪🇪 Estonian  •  🇬🇪 Georgian  •  🇮🇳 Gujarati  •  🇮🇸 Icelandic  •  🇮🇩 Indonesian  •  🇮🇳 Kannada  •  🇰🇿 Kazakh  •  🇱🇻 Latvian  •  🇱🇹 Lithuanian  •  🇲🇰 Macedonian  •  🇲🇾 Malay  •  🇮🇳 Malayalam  •  🇮🇳 Marathi  •  🇲🇳 Mongolian  •  🇳🇴 Norwegian  •  🇮🇷 Persian  •  🇮🇳 Punjabi  •  🇷🇴 Romanian  •  🇷🇸 Serbian  •  🇸🇰 Slovak  •  🇸🇮 Slovenian  •  🇸🇴 Somali  •  🇰🇪 Swahili  •  🇵🇭 Tagalog  •  🇮🇳 Tamil  •  🇮🇳 Telugu  •  🇹🇭 Thai  •  🇺🇦 Ukrainian  •  🇵🇰 Urdu  •  🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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