Bayonet Statue, Military monument in Taksim Square, Beyoglu, Turkey.
The Bayonet Statue is a monument in Taksim Square featuring a soldier holding a bayonet mounted on a stone base. The figure displays a detailed military uniform rendered in bronze.
The monument was erected in 1960 during a period of major political transformation in Turkey. It marks the military's role in founding the Turkish Republic.
The statue serves as a gathering point in Taksim Square where people come together for ceremonies and national events. It reflects how military service holds meaning in Turkish public life.
The monument sits in the center of Taksim Square and is easily reached by multiple metro lines and bus routes. The square itself is well-signed and very frequented.
The statue depicts a soldier in a dynamic attacking pose that captures a moment of action. This sense of movement sets it apart from many other standing monuments in public spaces.
Location: Beyoğlu
Location: Istanbul
Inception: 1960
GPS coordinates: 41.03680,28.98690
Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:41
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