This majestic resting place of Ataturk is steeped in history. There are huge inscriptions in the front- a message for the nation and another for the young generation. The inside of the roof has a replica of a Turkish mat. There is an underground museum. The change of guards happen on the hour.

It is a true memorial for true father of a nation. It shows the vision of a visionary ahead of his time. Though we are not Turk yet we can feel him through this splendid mausoleum. It should be included in the must visit list of any traveler visiting Ankara.

Part of our Gate 1 tour , we visited this huge mausoleum that explains the life of Attaturk , the man who did so much for the people of Turkey. There is one big monument of him when he died, many galleries. We saw the change of guards at 0430 pm which was nice. There is a lot of stairs but I was impressed they have two outside elevator chairs to help people with mobility issues. Unfortunately, the day we went , it was national holiday so it was extremely crowded.

Sitting high above the city, the Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk honours the highly respected leader of Turkey's fight for independence - widely regarded as the founder of modern Turkey. The day we went the mausoleum was overrun by excitable local school kids which had a detrimental impact on the overall experience. That said, it is certainly a must visit museum showcasing this amazing Turkish hero,

Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in Ankara, is a profound symbol of Turkish history and pride. This majestic structure, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens, offers a solemn and awe-inspiring atmosphere. The architecture is grand and dignified, reflecting the importance of Atatürk’s legacy. Visitors can explore the museum, which houses numerous artifacts and exhibits detailing Atatürk’s life and the founding of modern Turkey. The Changing of the Guard ceremony is a poignant experience, adding to the reverence of the site. Anıtkabir is a must-visit for anyone seeking to understand Turkey’s history and the enduring impact of its founding father.

Anıtkabir is a mausoleum dedicated to Atatürk, who is a very important and respected figure in Turkey today. If you are interested in Turkish history, I would strongly recommend visiting this place to learn more about him and his legacy. There is also a museum dedicated to him, and you can easily spend 1–2 hours here. The mausoleum and its surroundings are striking, with impressive architecture. It is located on a hill, so the views over Ankara are quite nice as well. There is a long uphill path through a park called Peace Park, which features many trees donated by countries from around the world. One improvement could be to highlight more clearly which tree was donated by which country. It would be interesting for foreign visitors like me to see the tree donated by their country. Currently, there is only a small sign at the opening, which I think most people will miss.