Military museum
Harbiye Askeri Müzesi
Why locals love it
Visit this museum to learn about the Turkish Salvation War, which was led by commander Mustafa Kemal Attürk – the founder of the Republic of Turkey. It houses a range of artefacts and exhibitions documenting the history of Ottoman and Turkish armies.
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Why you should visit it
Besides the exhibitions, you can watch a traditional “Mehteran” (Ottoman military band) ceremony. Mehteran have accompanied Turkish armies to every war since the birth of the first Turkish state.
Special tip
Don’t miss the Mehteran ceremony – it takes place from 3–4 pm daily.
Harbiye Askeri Müzesi
Valikonağı Caddesi, HarbiyeWe-Su: 09:00-17:00
(0212) 233 2720