Altınköy Open Air Museum, Open-air museum in Altındağ, Turkey.
Altınköy Open Air Museum is a collection of traditional structures set in an agricultural landscape near Ankara. The grounds contain wooden houses, stone buildings, and a suspension bridge that recreate a historical village setting.
The museum was founded in 2013 and focuses on rural life between the 1930s and 1950s. This period captures traditional farming methods and daily work before the region underwent modern changes.
The museum displays traditional crafts through working demonstrations, where visitors can watch weaving and pottery-making in action. These practices remain central to how the space functions and tells its story.
The site is easily accessible and the grounds are walkable, with paths leading through the various buildings. It helps to wear comfortable shoes and bring water and sun protection depending on the season.
The museum operates its own dairy and mill with products made from cows that graze on the grounds. Visitors can purchase these freshly made items and directly observe how historical food production worked.
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