Statue of Peace

The Statue of Peace depicts two young figures, a boy and girl, holding a dove together in a bronze composition. Located in the pedestrian area of Sakarya Street, it anchors this public space with its symbolic representation of peaceful coexistence.

Sculptor Burhan Alkar created this bronze work in 1979 during a period of political tension in Turkey. The creation marked an artistic response to the divided social climate of that era.

This statue functions as a meeting place in public Ankara where people pause to reflect on peaceful coexistence. Visitors often use the space as a moment of contemplation during their daily routines.

The monument sits directly in the active pedestrian zone and is easy to reach when walking along Sakarya Street. The space is openly accessible and can be visited at any time of day.

A cleaning truck accidentally struck the monument in 2017, causing damage to its base and structure. The municipality then gathered all the broken pieces and developed plans for full restoration of the artwork.

Location: Çankaya

GPS coordinates: 39.92292,32.85493

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:07