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distribution within the park, species diversity, color and creating space, and positively influencing the increase in
odor effect, and compatibility with the surrounding awareness. The soft landscape of the park is enriched with
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elements. Another study found that the use of plant species pruned and shaped plants and compositions of rocks and
that signal the arrival of spring in Altinpark promotes plants (Figure 7).
effects such as orientation, revealing a certain object,
4.3.5. Environmental quality
Most of the water consumed in the park is used for green
areas and plants. A study showed that approximately 55%
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of the woody landscape plant taxa identified in the park
have moderate water consumption, whereas 29% have low
to moderate water consumption, 8% have moderate to high
water consumption, 4% have high water consumption, and
4% have low water consumption. Consequently, plants
with moderate water consumption are the most prevalent.
Interview park officials highlighted their focus on water
conservation due to Ankara’s status as a water-poor city. To
achieve this, they avoided expanding grass areas; instead,
Figure 3. Altinpark and its surroundings. Image adapted from Google Maps. 54 they opted for plants requiring minimal water, such as

Figure 4. Landscapes in Altinpark. Image taken by the authors, 2024.

Figure 5. Altinpark senior citizens’ club. Image taken by the authors, 2024.

Figure 6. The entrance of Altinpark and some furniture within it. Image taken by the authors, 2024.

Volume 2 Issue 1 (2025) 13 doi: 10.36922/eer.5839