Hacı Bayram Mosque & Temple of Augustus,Turkey

• Hacı Bayram Mosque (Hacı Bayram Veli Camii)
• Tomb of Hacı Bayram-ı Veli ( Türbe )
• Temple of Augustus (remains and inscription site)
• Monumentum Ancyranum / Res Gestae inscriptions (fragments and references)
• Ulus Historic Quarter and surrounding archaeological ruins

• The mosque’s historical Ottoman architecture and prayer hall
• The small courtyard and the Sufi saint’s tomb beside the mosque
• Roman temple ruins with surviving inscription fragments associated with Augustus
• Striking juxtaposition of Roman remains directly beside an Ottoman-era mosque
• Photogenic stonework, masonry fragments and interpretive panels in the area

• Guided historical or archaeological tours of the Ulus area
• Visiting and praying at the Hacı Bayram Mosque (respectful observation for non-worshippers)
• Viewing and photographing the surviving elements of the Temple of Augustus and the inscription fragments
• Exploring nearby museums (e.g., Museum of Anatolian Civilizations) and local markets
• Walking tours through Ulus Square and the ancient city center

Spring (April–June) and autumn (September–October) for mild weather and comfortable walking. Summers can be hot and winters often cold with possible snow.

Ankara has a continental climate: hot, dry summers and cold winters with clear transitional spring and autumn seasons. Expect strong sunlight in summer and chilly winds in winter.

Hacı Bayram Mosque: free to enter for worship and visitors; observe prayer times (five daily prayers) and closures during main prayer moments. Temple of Augustus remains: open-air and visible from the public square; generally no admission fee for viewing exterior ruins. Note: nearby museums (e.g., Museum of Anatolian Civilizations) have separate admission fees and opening hours.

Located in the Ulus historic center, central Ankara. Nearest airport: Ankara Esenboğa Airport (about 28–35 km northeast; ~30–45 minutes by taxi depending on traffic). Public transport: well-served by city buses, trams and central metro lines; Ulus and Ulus Square are walkable from central transit hubs. Streets around the archaeological area may have uneven paving and steps—limited wheelchair access in some spots.

1–2 hours to see both the mosque complex and the Temple of Augustus; allow additional time (2–4 hours) if visiting nearby museums and exploring the Ulus district.

For the mosque: modest clothing, covering shoulders and legs; women may be asked to cover hair with a scarf (bring one). Comfortable walking shoes for uneven surfaces, sun hat, and water in summer.

Try nearby Ankara and Turkish specialties such as kebabs, simit, baklava, and local tea. Souvenirs include nazar boncuğu (evil eye beads), textiles, small carpets, and handcrafted goods from Ulus markets.