Places to Visit in Çankırı

Historical and Cultural Places in Çankırı

1. Çankırı Castle (Çankırı Kalesi)
   • Address: Buğdaypazarı Mahallesi, Kale Sokak, Çankırı Merkez
   • Features: A castle with historic walls and a panoramic view of the city.
2. Taş Mosque and Madrasa (Taş Mescit ve Medrese)
   • Address: Çivitçioğlu Mahallesi, Medrese Sokak No:6, Çankırı Merkez
   • Features: A 13th-century structure from the Seljuk era.
3. Çankırı Museum (Çankırı Müzesi)
   • Address: Karataş Mahallesi, Müzeler Sokak No:5, Çankırı Merkez
   • Features: A museum showcasing archaeological and ethnographic artifacts.
4. Ilgaz Mountain National Park (Ilgaz Dağı Milli Parkı)
   • Address: Ilgaz District, Çankırı
   • Features: Known for its natural beauty and hiking trails.
5. Salt Cave (Tuz Mağarası)
   • Address: Balıbağı Village, Çankırı
   • Features: The largest salt cave in Turkey, offering both historical and natural significance.
6. Karatekin Tomb (Karatekin Türbesi)
   • Address: Çay Mahallesi, Karatekin Caddesi No:10, Çankırı Merkez
   • Features: The tomb of Karatekin Bey, an important figure in Çankırı’s conquest.
7. Çivitçioğlu Madrasa
   • Address: Çivitçioğlu Mahallesi, Medrese Sokak, Çankırı Merkez
   • Features: A cultural heritage site from the Ottoman era.

Shopping Centers

1. Çankırı Shopping Mall (Çankırı AVM)
   • Address: Atatürk Boulevard No:15, Çankırı Merkez
   • Features: Shopping center with local and national stores, cafes, and restaurants.
2. Park Shopping Mall (Park AVM)
   • Address: İstasyon Mahallesi, Fevzi Çakmak Caddesi No:20, Çankırı Merkez
   • Features: Offers clothing, electronics, food, and entertainment areas.
3. Çankırı Market Area (Çankırı Pazar Alanı)
   • Address: Karataş Mahallesi, Pazar Sokak, Çankırı Merkez
   • Features: A traditional market where local producers sell their goods.