Turkish State Cemetery

Turkish State Cemetery is a large burial ground in Ankara featuring marble monuments, stone enclosures, and scattered trees throughout its grounds. The site functions simultaneously as a national museum and military museum with exhibition areas for visitors.

The cemetery was established in 1981 and officially opened in 1988 as a memorial to Turkish military commanders and national leaders. It honors important figures in Turkish history and defense.

The cemetery follows Turkish burial traditions with individual grave inscriptions carved in marble throughout the grounds. Planted trees create shaded spaces where visitors naturally pause to reflect on the honored figures buried here.

The grounds are accessible through designated entrances with regular opening hours throughout the year. Visitors should approach the site respectfully and be mindful of the quiet atmosphere while exploring.

The grounds house museum exhibitions alongside the burial areas, offering visitors deeper insights into Turkish military history. This dual purpose makes it both a learning space and a memorial site simultaneously.

Location: Yenimahalle

Inception: November 10, 1981

Official opening: August 30, 1988

Website: http://msb.gov.tr

GPS coordinates: 39.93694,32.80722

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:05