World capital in central Anatolia

Answer:

ANKARA

Hint:

This city replaced Istanbul as Turkey's capital in 1923 and is known for its ancient Roman temple ruins.

Explanation:

This clue points to Ankara, which is the capital city of Turkey. Located in central Anatolia, it replaced Istanbul as the capital in 1923 when modern Turkey was founded. The clue is straightforward—no wordplay or hidden meanings—just a direct geographical and political fact. If you know Turkey’s capital, the answer comes easily.

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