88th anniversary of Atatürk's farewell to eternity... Time stopped at 09.05!

Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Türkiye, was commemorated with respect and longing in ceremonies held across the country on the 88th anniversary of his farewell to eternity.

ROOM 71

Commemorations in Istanbul began with the opening of Atatürk's room in Dolmabahçe Palace, where he passed away, to visitors. Room 71 became the focal point of those who wanted to visit this year, as every year.

An official wreath-laying ceremony was held in front of the Taksim Republic Monument.

In Kadıköy, with the participation of Kadıköy Municipality and volunteers, a human chain stretching for kilometers was formed between Fenerbahçe Army House and Bostancı Beach at 08.00 this year, as every year.

At 09.05, canoes, boats and divers accompanied this chain from the sea with Turkish flags.

The cortege gathered in front of Beşiktaş Anatolian High School at 08.00 and marched towards Dolmabahçe Palace, accompanied by bands.

At 09.05 in Ataşehir, a moment of silence was observed as the sirens rang. Flags were lowered to half-mast in Ataşehir, as in the whole country.

PUBLIC SERVANTS IN ANITKABİR

The first ceremony in Ankara was held in Anıtkabir with the participation of state officials. The dignitary who will walk on the Road of Lions appeared before Ata and laid a wreath at his mausoleum.