Lavanta Parkı

About Lavanta Parkı

Lavanta Parkı (Lavender Park) is a municipal park opened in 2023 by ANFA, the parks and recreation directorate of Ankara Metropolitan Municipality. As its name suggests, it is planted with lavender, and ANFA describes the park as filling its 85,000 square metres with the plant's scent and colour. Beyond the lavender beds, the park has fields of aromatic plants and fruit, and a photo platform set among the lavender, which ANFA promotes in particular to couples about to marry who want to mark the occasion with pictures. For everyday visits there are children's play areas, picnic areas, a running track and outdoor fitness areas, as well as a Pati Park, a dedicated area for dogs. A car park with space for 125 vehicles serves the site. The park lies in Alacaatlı Mahallesi in the south-western part of Çankaya and, according to ANFA, is designed as a place where residents can spend pleasant time with their families. Practical notes: the lavender is the main draw, so a visit is most rewarding when it is in flower; ANFA's page does not give flowering dates, opening hours or public transport details, so check the directorate's channels before setting out.