History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Ahlatlıbel Atatürk Park, established by Çankaya Municipality on a large natural land of 180 thousand square meters on the southern border of METU Forest, is the most popular forest recreation and sports center of the capital. The park takes its name from the historical "Ahlatlıbel" (passage covered with wild pears) location of the region; It is a green shelter where Ankara residents can escape from the city stress and breathe with its clean air, wide grass hills and forest scent. The park, which hosts kite festivals, sports tournaments and outdoor family gatherings for hundreds of thousands of people from the capital every year, is a perfect synthesis of contemporary urban life and nature. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
The campus is located on the high plateau between Çankaya and İncek, at an altitude of 1,080 meters. Thanks to METU being adjacent to pine forests, its oxygen content is extremely high; It is located at the intersection of steppe and forest ecosystem. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Pedestrian and vehicle entrance to the park is completely free (is_free: true).•Visiting Hours and Days:It is open 7 days a week between 07:00 - 23:30.•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: Open fires and barbecues are strictly prohibited. The roads within the park are smooth asphalt and keystone and are fully accessible for disabled and baby strollers.•Facilities and Facilities:There are running and walking tracks, tennis courts, astroturf pitches, basketball courts, children's playgrounds, kite hill, cafeterias, buffets, prayer room and modern WC. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Ahlatlıbel District, on İncek Road, Çankaya / Ankara.•Road Condition and Vehicle Suitability: Located at the junction of Konya Road and Incek Boulevard; It is 14 km away from the city center (Kızılay) and can be reached very easily via wide asphalt roads.•Real Public Transportation Information: EGO buses numbered 191, 192, 193, 194 and İncek / Tulumtaş minibuses departing from Kızılay and AŞTİ drop off directly at Ahlatlıbel Park stop.•Parking Availability:The park has a large free outdoor parking area with a capacity of more than a thousand vehicles. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photography Spots and Frames:Moments when colorful kites taking off from the kite hill meet the background of METU Forest and walking paths between pine groves.•Nature and Family Experience:It is recommended to take a walk in the forest air early in the morning on weekends, have a picnic on the grass with a thermos of tea, and fly a kite with the children.