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. The park is known for its swans (a symbol of Ankara), but also has ducks and geese. Its pond was renovated in 2012. In June 2013 Kuğulu's waterfowl (35 birds) were evacuated temporarily to protect them from

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exposure during the 2013 Turkish protests. The park was a major meeting point for protestors, Hurriyet Daily News, 4 June 2013
Kuğulu Park’s swans evacuated due to tear gas in Ankara
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-style encampment. The City of

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gave the park a gift of swans.''Gazete

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Parks in Ankara Urban public parks 1958 establishments in Turkey {{Turkey-stub