Ankara Castle
Ankara Castle (Turkish: Ankara Kalesi) is a historic fortification in the city of Ankara, Turkey, constructed in or after the 7th century. The earliest fortification on the site was constructed in the 8th century BC by the Phrygians and rebuilt in 278 BC by the Galatians. The castle was rebuilt or renovated under the Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman empires.
Panoramic view of Ankara Castle | |
Location within Ankara Ankara Castle (Turkey) | |
| Established | 8th century BC |
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| Location | Altındağ, Ankara, Turkey |
| Coordinates | 39°56′30″N 32°51′54″E |
| Type | Castle |
| Owner | Phrygia (8th century BC) Galatia (278 BC) Roman Empire (25 BC) Byzantine Empire (4th century) Seljuq Turks (1071) Ottoman Empire (1356) Turkey (1923) |
| Website | www |
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