Ankarakugulu Park: an oasis in the city, with swans and children's fun!

Dear children, today I will take you to visit the most popular leisure park in the center of Ankara - Kuğulu Park! 📍Although this place is not big, it is definitely one of the most romantic and leisurely corners in Ankara, especially suitable for walking, taking pictures and feeding swans! If you have been touring the city and want to find a place to rest, this is definitely your best choice~💖 ⛱️ Must-see attractions: 1️⃣ Swan Lake🦢✨ The most iconic feature of Kugulu Park is this lovely little lake, where a group of elegant swans, ducks and geese live, gliding leisurely on the water. The swans are the stars of the park. Many couples and family tourists come here to feed and take photos. It is a romantic atmosphere~📸💘 2️⃣ Children's Play Area🎠👧👦 Friends with children are blessed! There is a play area specially prepared for children. The swings, slides and small climbing frames are all a paradise for children. On weekends, you can always see many local families spending warm parent-child time here. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💕 3️⃣ Park Trails🌳🚶 The park is surrounded by lush green trees and has clean and tidy trails, perfect for a morning run, a stroll, or a leisurely afternoon with a cup of coffee. This is also a favorite place for local residents to relax, stroll through it and experience the slow life of Ankara. 🍃☕ 4️⃣ Outdoor cafes ☕🍰 There are several lovely outdoor cafes around the park. I recommend you to find one and sit down, order a cup of Turkish coffee or black tea, and pair it with local desserts such as Baklava. While watching the swans leisurely cruise, you can feel the city atmosphere of Ankara. It's super healing! 😍 🚗 Transportation tips: 📍 Address: Kavaklıdere, Atatürk Blv No:185, 06680 Çankaya/Ankara, Türkiye • Public transportation: Take the Ankara Metro (M2 Line), get off at Kızılay Station, and walk about 15 minutes to arrive. •Bus: Take bus No. 135, 413, 408 and get off at Kuğulu Park stop. •Taxi: Take a taxi from Kızılay Square in the center of Ankara. The journey takes about 10 minutes and costs about 40-60 liras. 💗 Other tips: ✔ Suggested playing time: 30 minutes to 1 hour, suitable for leisurely strolling and taking photos. ✔ Best time to take photos: in the morning or evening, when the sun shines on the lake, the light and shadows are super beautiful! 📷🌞 ✔ Suitable for: couples👩‍❤️‍👨, parents and children👨‍👩‍👦‍👦, friends who like nature🌿. ✔ Don’t feed unhealthy food: Although you can feed swans and ducks, it is recommended to bring some lettuce, oats or bird food to avoid bread that may affect their health. Summary: Although Kugulu Park is not large, it is one of the most popular leisure green spaces in Ankara. The swan lake, green trails, lovely children's playground and cozy cafe here make people completely relax. If you are visiting Ankara, don’t forget to come here to experience the rare tranquility! 💚