Ethnography Museum of Ankara

The Ethnography Museum of Ankara, designed by architect Arif Hikmet Koyunoğlu and built between 1925 and 1928, showcases the rich cultures of Turkic civilizations. It features a diverse collection of Turkish art spanning from the Seljuk period to modern times, including traditional folk clothing, intricate carpets, and exquisite metal artifacts. Notably, the museum served as the temporary resting place for Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's sarcophagus from 1938 to 1953 before his remains were moved to Anıtkabir. Visitors can explore a specialized library focused on Anatolian ethnography and art history, making it a significant destination for both tourists and researchers interested in Turkish heritage.