This is the 280th most frequent Turkish word.
merkez
Center.
Here, 'merkez' is used to refer to a 'center', specifically a place designated for shopping.
Alışveriş merkezinde alışveriş yapmayı seviyorum.
I enjoy shopping at the shopping center.
In this sentence, 'merkez' describes the central area of the city, often the main hub.
Şehir merkezine gitmek için otobüse bindik.
We took the bus to go to the city center.
'Merkez' here identifies a dedicated facility focused on science and education.