Atatürk, His Mother and Women's Rights Monument, Monument for equality in Karşıyaka district, Turkey.
The Atatürk, His Mother and Women's Rights Monument is a structure at Constitution Square in Izmir featuring seven concrete pillars rising from a bronze belt. The overall composition creates a monumental effect with a museum space located beneath it.
The monument was built through public donations and opened in 1973, then underwent major reconstruction between 2017 and 2018. This renovation modernized the structure while preserving its core message about equality.
The monument shows the link between Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, his mother Zübeyde Hanım, and women's rights progress in Turkey. Visitors can understand this relationship through the overall composition and the exhibition space below.
The museum beneath the monument is open daily with exhibitions about women who shaped Turkish history. The location sits at a central square and is easy to reach, making it convenient to combine with other local attractions.
The structure received international awards in 2018 for its innovative design and public development value. This kind of global recognition is uncommon for local monuments and highlights the project's importance beyond the region.
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