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Ethnography Museum of Ankara, History museum in Hacettepe Mahallesi, Turkey.

The Ethnography Museum of Ankara exhibits collections of Turkish artifacts, including traditional clothing, household items, and musical instruments from various regions.

Built between 1925 and 1928 by architect Arif Hikmet Koyunoğlu, the museum temporarily housed Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's sarcophagus from 1938 to 1953.

The museum displays extensive collections of carpets from Uşak, Gördes, and Bergama regions, along with Mamluk cauldrons and Ottoman metalwork from the 15th century.

Located near central Ankara, the museum welcomes visitors from Tuesday to Sunday between 9:00 and 17:00, offering regular educational programs for students.

The museum contains the throne of Seljuk Sultan Kaykhusraw III and houses a specialized library focusing on Anatolian ethnography and folklore studies.

Location: Ankara

Location: Altındağ

Inception: 1927

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-17:00

Phone: +3113007

Website: http://etnografyamuzesi.gov.tr

GPS coordinates: 39.93267,32.85489

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:55

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