THE LANDS OF THE BENEFITS ÇANKIRI

Yaren; friend means friend. Yaran, which consists of 24 yarns, each representing an Oghuz tribe, is the most important symbol of Çankırı's traditional culture. Yaran, whose roots are in Central Asia and its foundation is based on the tradition of Ahilik; It gathers together the most beautiful values of the Turkish-Islamic synthesis such as hospitality, generosity, courage, solidarity, unity and solidarity, stability, altruism and humility. This tradition, which is also on UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage List, is still kept alive in Çankırı today.

Starting from December for 12 weeks. in Çankırı, where you can witness this ancient tradition in the burned Yaran quarries; You can stay in Çankırı central hotels, which offer different comfort opportunities, and especially at Ilgaz Mountain, which smells of history. you can also stay. Çankırı hotel prices offer options for every budget.

WHERE TO GO, WHAT TO DO, WHAT TO EAT IN ÇANKIRI

Çankırı from the Neolithic to the burning hosts many civilizations, Turkey's largest and most extensive salt in the salt cave where the reserves, maybe it should be the first stop on your trip Çankırı. The Salt Cave, which allows the animals that died in it to remain intact with its near zero humidity, is 20 km away from the city center and 150 meters below the ground. The cave, which contains the remains of many prehistoric animals such as saber-toothed tiger, otter, trident elephant and short necked giraffe, will not regret visiting you with its magnificent visuality.

Çankırı Museum, where fossils of elephants, rhinoceros, sheep, goats, giraffes, deer and primates dated to 8 million years ago are exhibited, along with many archaeological finds and artifacts from 3000 BC to the Seljuk and Ottoman periods, you should definitely see when you come to Çankırı. Another popular stopover. In the museum, you can also see the historical oxcart carrying ammunition between Inebolu, Kastamonu, Çankırı and Ankara during the War of Independence

Speaking of the War of Independence; You can join the Independence Road Walk in October, or you can walk this historical path with your own means and breathe the spirit of the national struggle on the Independence Road, which is a proof of the success of the Anatolian people by putting their lives on their teeth with their women, children and children.

In Cemaleddin Ferruh Darüldahisi, also known as Taş Mescit, which is one of the most important Seljuk buildings in the region; Together with the mosque and the Darüldahis section where Cemaleddin Ferruh's tomb is located; You can also see places such as the Mevlevihane, Sheikh House, Dervish Room and fountain. Another important feature of these structures, which contain a hospital that has been largely destroyed today, is that the relief of two entangled snakes, which is used today as a medical symbol, and a statue of two snakes wrapped around the body of a cup, which is still used as a pharmacy symbol, was found here. .

Also; The rocks on both sides of the stream in Beşdut Village were carved, and the Beşdut Rock Tombs, thought to date from the 6th century BC; Indağı Rock Tombs and Salman Höyük, which are also home to many man-carved caves, rock tombs and churches; Sakaeli Rock Tombs and Fairy Chimneys, which are thought to belong to the Roman and Byzantine periods; Hüyük Underground City, which was built in the 3rd century AD and a holistic living space was unearthed; Çankırı Castle and the Clock Tower, which are famous for their strength from the Romans to the Ottomans and include the tomb of Çankırı Conqueror Emir Karatekin Bey, are also historical buildings of Çankırı.

You can also rest in the shadow of the Big Oak, which is thought to be at least 400 years old and is one of the oldest monumental trees in the world.

Opened in 1893 under the name of the İdadi School and Taş Mektep, where Atatürk stayed on August 31, 1925, and 108 historical Çankırı houses in total.

Natural beauty as well as historical richness. and Çankırı, a city famous for its thermal springs. Ilgaz Mountains, which are one of the favorite ski resorts of winter and spread every shade of green in all four seasons; It is one of the symbols of Çankırı with both winter sports and mountaineering, trekking and camping areas.

Also; Along with the Çavundur Thermal Spring, which heals many diseases with its natural water temperature; Acısu Thermali, Şıhlar Flu Water, Bozan Bath and Kökürt Village Spring are also the hot springs of Çankırı where you can give yourself a health break.

Bülbül Pınarı Promenade or Kırkpınar You can enjoy the natural beauties of the plateau, the Büyük Plateau, the Alpsarı and the Karaören Ponds and fish, and you can go paragliding in Bayramören.

After traveling so much and getting tired You should definitely try the local flavors of Çankırı, including Garlic Meat, Yazma Muffin, Ash Bun, Tatar Dough Soup, Yaren Güveci, Hameyli and Egg Dessert. Don't forget to drink Çankırı's famous Cranberry Syrup.

Before leaving Çankırı; You can buy souvenirs from Salt Lamps made of rock salt extracted from the region, babies in clothes, sandals and from Çankırı Kettle from Bakırcılar Bazaar.

DO NOT GO WITHOUT DOING

- Ilgaz Mountain National Park where you can ski in Doruk Mevkii but will blow your mind with its natural beauty during four seasons. Be sure to visit.

- Çankırı, where fossils dating back 8 million years are also exhibited. Museum.

- Don't go back without seeing the Salt Cave.

- Participate in the marches on the Independence Road, carrying ammunition with oxen during the War of Independence.

- Make sure you add the plateaus and spas of Çankırı to your list.

- Be sure to try the traditional dishes of Çankırı, especially Garlics Meat, Toyga Soup and Haneyli. Don't forget to drink Cranberry Syrup.

- Buy Çankırı Kettle and Salt Lamps as souvenirs.