Altınpark, Ankara

Altınpark, which means Golden Park, is a public park located in the Altındağ district of Ankara. The park is situated on the route that connects Ankara to Ankara airport and spans an area of 64 hectares (160 acres). Previously, the park area was a golf course which was later transformed into a public park by the metropolitan municipality of Ankara in 1985.

Altınpark is a popular public park known for its vast and spacious area that provides visitors with a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The park has a paved pathway that enables visitors to engage in various sports activities, such as running, walking, and cycling. Additionally, comfortable wooden benches are available throughout the park where visitors can sit, relax, and enjoy the serene environment.

The park is currently managed by ANFA, a subsidiary of the Ankara metropolitan municipality. Altınpark features several artificial ponds, green spaces, and flower beds where visitors can buy flowers and seedlings. The park also houses several buildings, such as the well-known Feza Gürsey Science Center. The center has 48 exhibits, most of which are either interactive or live demonstrations.

Visitors can engage in a variety of activities in the park, including Olympic swimming, kindergarten and summer schools, musical and illuminated water exhibitions, game and entertainment areas, amphitheatres, bumper boats, electric excursion cars, mini excursion trains, and horse carts. There are also kiosks and restaurants within the park where visitors can enjoy refreshments and meals.