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Duatepe Anıti
Duatepe Monument was created by afforesting Gazi Tepe, Türbe Tepe and Mangal Dağı on the last defense line where the Battle of Sakarya, considered the turning point of the War of Independence, was fought. Work began at Duatepe in October 1999, 20 thousand trees were planted, and the monument was completed and opened on 12 September 2000. Polatlı, Duatepe Monument consists of five parts: parking lot, access road, walking path, ceremony area and monument.
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Duatepe Monument was created by afforesting Gazi Tepe, Türbe Tepe and Mangal Dağı on the last defense line where the Sakarya Meydan Savaşı, considered the turning point of the War of Independence, took place. Work began at Duatepe in October 1999, 20 thousand trees were planted, and the monument was completed and opened on 12 September 2000. Polatlı, Duatepe Monument consists of five parts: the parking lot, access road, walking path, ceremony area and monument. On the monument walls are the information of the 81 martyrs at Duaepe written in brass letters. The creator of the monument and the sculptures is State Artist sculptor Metin Yurdanur.
The Importance of Duatepe
It is the first hill recaptured from the enemy with the offensive launched by Commander-in-Chief Mustafa Kemal Atatürk on 10 September 1921. Duatepe is the starting point of a process with a bright end, during which the enemy was pursued until they were driven into the Aegean Sea.
Symbolically, the monument tells the story of the people of Anatolia, under the leadership of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, rushing like a mighty river toward victory and civilization. The figure of Mustafa Kemal on his rearing horse expresses the pride and happiness he felt in being the leader of the Turkish Nation. The statues of Atatürk, İnönü and Marshal Fevzi Çakmak in the background represent unity of command, while the statue of Halide Edip Adıvar represents the contribution of Turkish women to the War of Independence. The scene in which Atatürk and his aide watch the plain through binoculars expresses the Turkish Nation hopefully awaiting the victory that would be won shortly and the independence that would follow.
Duatepe became a symbol of Turkish perseverance and determination because Mustafa Kemal Paşa insistently continued his duty despite breaking his ribs after falling from his horse at Gazi Tepe. Of the two flags at the monument, one represents the banner of the 38'inci Regiment and the other represents the Turkish Flag. In addition, the figure of Mustafa Kemal on his rearing horse expresses the happiness and excitement that many feel while playing with their favorite toy.
Places to Visit in Ankara Address: Sakarya/Polatlı Ankara
Last updated: 20 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Duatepe Anıti sits within Polatlı, Ankara. The toroti catalogue holds 140 described stops across Ankara, 7 of them in Polatlı.
The nearest stop is Mehmetçik Anıti, 900 m to the southeast. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
The Ankara – Bursa route passes 50 m away, so this works as a stop along the drive.
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Frequently asked
- What is Duatepe Anıti?
- Duatepe Monument was created by afforesting Gazi Tepe, Türbe Tepe and Mangal Dağı on the last defense line where the Battle of Sakarya, considered the turning point of the War of Independence, was fought. Work began at Duatepe in October 1999, 20 thousand trees were planted, and the monument was completed and opened on 12 September 2000. Polatlı, Duatepe Monument consists of five parts: parking lot, access road, walking path, ceremony area and monument.
- Where is Duatepe Anıti?
- Duatepe Anıti is in Polatlı, Ankara.
- How long does it take to visit Duatepe Anıti?
- The suggested visit time for Duatepe Anıti is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Duatepe Anıti?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Duatepe Anıti; the closest are Mehmetçik Anıti, Kartaltepe Mehmetçik Anıtı ve Panorama Müzesi, Sakarya Şehitleri Zafer Anıtı Ve Müzesi.
- Is Duatepe Anıti on the way anywhere, and which route?
- Duatepe Anıti lies 50 m from the Ankara – Bursa route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.