Çankaya

Çankaya extends over 483 square kilometers and contains numerous government buildings, foreign embassies, universities, and financial institutions within its boundaries.

The region underwent transformation in the 1920s when Mustafa Kemal Atatürk selected this garden-filled area for establishing governmental institutions of the new republic.

The district maintains 124 neighborhoods where streets bear names of writers and poets, reflecting strong connections to literature and intellectual pursuits.

The district provides extensive public transportation options and contains multiple educational facilities, including Middle East Technical University, Bilkent University, and Hacettepe University.

The population distribution shows a notable balance with 448,453 males and 489,093 females, making it a representative model of gender demographics in Turkey.

Location: Ankara Province

Elevation above the sea: 986 m

Website: http://cankayakaymakamligi.gov.tr

GPS coordinates: 39.90833,32.84611

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:37