Çubuk City Square & Pickle Market

History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore Çubuk City Square and Pickle Bazaar is the heart of the world-famous "Çubuk Pickle", Türkiye's first registered and patented pickle, and the main meeting square of the district. This legendary flavor is prepared with local Çubuk cucumber, garlic, bay leaf and natural rock salt; It has been fermented in the coolness of stone ovens and cellars by the hands of women from Çubuk for centuries. The square hosts the International Çubuk Pickle and Culture Festival held every September; It reflects the lively and warm commercial identity of the district with its Atatürk Monument, clock tower and shops decorated with colorful pickle jars. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features The square is located at the wide base of the Çubuk Stream valley, at an altitude of 1,000 meters. The Central Anatolian plateau climate prevails, with dry and warm summers and cool winters. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees