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Ankara, Ankara

Turkey

National capital39.9199° N, 32.8543° E

Ankara is the capital city of Turkey, located in the province of Ankara. With a population of 3,517,182, it serves as a central hub in the country.

Population3,517,182
ProvinceAnkara
Coordinates39.9199° N, 32.8543° E
Elevation850 m
CountryTurkey
Rank in Turkey#2 of 54,516

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Nearest Airports

Güvercinlik Airport

LTABLocal

9.8 km away

Etimesgut Air Base

ANKRegional

14.5 km away

Esenboğa International Airport

ESBInternational

26.1 km away

About Ankara

Ankara is situated at coordinates 39.91987° N latitude and 32.85427° E longitude, in the Northern and Eastern hemispheres. The city has an elevation of 850 meters and operates within the Europe/Istanbul timezone. Nearby cities include Çankaya, Batikent, and Gölbaşı.

Ankara ranks as the second most populous city in Turkey out of 10,161 cities. It follows Istanbul, which has a population of 15,701,602.

Cities in Ankara

The city is the largest in the Ankara province, which ranks first among 672 cities. Other notable cities in the province include Çankaya, Batikent, Gölbaşı, Polatlı, and Çubuk. The region is equipped with 86 hospitals, 592 schools, 57 universities, and numerous parks and amenities.

Nearby Cities

In the vicinity of Ankara, there are 20 cities and towns within 25 km.

Universities in Ankara

Ankara is home to 4 universities and higher education institutions.

UniversityQS
Ankara Science University
Bilkent Laboratory and International School
Gazi University
Hacettepe University Ankara State Conservatory
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Ankara?

The population of Ankara is 3,517,182.

In which province/state is Ankara located?

Ankara is located in the province of Ankara.

What are the coordinates of Ankara?

The coordinates of Ankara are 39.91987° N latitude and 32.85427° E longitude.

What is the elevation of Ankara?

The elevation of Ankara is 850 meters.

What is the nearest airport to Ankara?

The nearest airport to Ankara is Güvercinlik Airport, located 9.8 km away.

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