Republic Route from Anıtkabir to the First Parliament
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If you want to see the city where the Republic was founded in the order it happened, go up to Anıtkabir first, then down to Ulus. The station house Atatürk used as headquarters in the War of Independence, the stone building where parliament opened in 1920, the second parliament where the first reforms passed and Ankara Palas where diplomats were received are all within walking distance. You close the day with the temporary tomb at the Ethnography Museum, where Atatürk lay for fifteen years before Anıtkabir. Start at nine and you finish at five; your feet will be tired but you will not regret it.
Route Stops
The Monument Cemetery of Independence
Walk up the Lion Road to the mausoleum; give the museum at least ninety minutes and time it for the changing of the guard on the hour.
The mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, Anıtkabir, has been built as a large complex with architectural elegance and a historical atmosphere.
Anıtkabir has been designed to reflect Atatürk's legacy and the struggle for independence in all its details. The Monument Block, the Lion Road, the Peace Park, and the museum together offer a multifaceted experience that narrates the history of the Republic to all visitors. The Lion Road at the entrance of Anıtkabir is adorned with large and symbolic statues representing the pride of a nation that does not kneel before colonial power.
Additionally, the Anıtkabir Atatürk and War of Independence Museum stands out with its exhibitions that thoroughly address the founding process of the Republic. The museum houses Atatürk's personal belongings, manuscripts, the original publication of the Nutuk, and photographs left from that era.
Anıtkabir is not only a mausoleum but also a center of history and respect. Every year, millions of visitors come here to pay their respects to the independence hero Atatürk.
Ankara Railway Station and Atatürk House Railway Museum.
Ankaray to Maltepe, then walk to the station; on a weekday see Atatürk's residence and railway carriage, and look up at the great hall's ceiling.
Kurtuluş Savaşı Museum: A Historical Place Witnessing the Birth of the Republic of Turkey
Metro to Ulus; look at the school benches in the 1920 chamber and go up to the balcony, it makes more sense from there.
The War of Independence Museum located in Ulus Square in Ankara is one of the most important historical buildings witnessing the establishment process of the Republic of Turkey. The building used as the Grand National Assembly of Turkey between 1920-1924 is where the War of Independence was managed and the foundations of the Republic of Turkey were laid.
The building was constructed in 1915 for the Committee of Union and Progress, but was later allocated for the newly established assembly. This structure, which hosted the opening of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey on April 23, 1920, became the center for critical decisions made during the War of Independence. Important developments such as the ratification of the Treaty of Lausanne, the acceptance of the National Anthem, and the proclamation of the republic took place in this assembly.
Today, the building serves as a museum and houses many valuable documents, photographs, official papers, and objects from the period related to the War of Independence and the proclamation of the Republic. Inside the museum, the podium where Atatürk and the deputies (members of parliament) sat, meeting rooms, newspapers of the period, flags, and weapons from the war period are exhibited. Additionally, the podium where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk gave his speeches is preserved in its original form.
One of the most striking sections of the museum is the benches in the assembly hall and the seats named after the deputies who served during that period. Visitors wandering here can directly feel the atmosphere where important decisions regarding the establishment of the Republic were made.
The War of Independence Museum is one of the most important museums preserving the historical heritage of Turkey's struggle for independence. It is a must-visit place for anyone who wants to learn about the conditions under which the Republic was won, commemorate the heroes of the War of Independence, and closely feel the struggle of the Turkish nation for independence.
Independence Square and the Victory Monument.
Pause a minute before the Victory Monument; the tradesmen's restaurants for lunch are two streets behind you, and the timing is perfect.
Republic Museum: A Historical Building Witnessing Turkey's Modernization Process
The tiled hall of the second parliament and the belongings of the first three presidents; do not leave without looking at the ceiling.
The Republic Museum, located in the Ulus district of Ankara, is one of the important buildings where the foundations of the Republic of Turkey were laid. The building, which was used as the Grand National Assembly of Turkey from 1924 to 1960, became a center where the most critical decisions of the Republic period were made.
The building was constructed in 1923 as Turkey's second TBMM building. Designed due to the inadequacy of the first assembly building, the structure is made of cut stone, notable for its Taşhan architecture, featuring a large hall and rooms that preserve the historical atmosphere. The Grand National Assembly of Turkey, which operated here from 1924 to 1960, witnessed significant developments such as the transition to a multi-party system, revolutions, and constitutional amendments.
Today, the building serves as a museum and houses many valuable artifacts reflecting the history of the Republic. The museum's collection includes Atatürk's personal belongings, documents belonging to the deputies of the period, the old assembly podium, meeting rooms, and documents of important decisions made after the proclamation of the Republic. In particular, the podium from which Atatürk read his Nutuk and the original documents related to the Treaty of Lausanne are among the most striking sections of the museum.
The Republic Museum not only offers its visitors a historical building but also holds great significance as a memory space that illuminates Turkey's modernization process and journey towards democratization. It is a must-visit museum for anyone who wants to witness the history of the Republic and closely observe the reforms shaped under Atatürk's leadership.
Ankara Palas Museum.
Directly across the road; picture 1930s Ankara in the ballroom and pause a moment beneath the dome.
Ethnography Museum.
Fifteen minutes uphill from the boulevard; end the day at the temporary tomb in the inner court and take a last look over Ulus from the terrace.
