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Video. Ankara designated 2026 tourism capital of the Turkic world

Updated: 02/06/2026 - 15:01 GMT+2

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Ankara is asserting its role as a vital cultural hub following its official designation as the 2026 Tourism Capital of the Turkic world.

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