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Gazi, Ankara, Turkey - Railway Station
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Gazi, Ankara, Turkey - Railway Station
Gazi, Ankara, Turkey - Railway Station. A wonderful mid-1920s Station displaying a variety of Architectural styles - opened by Kemal Ataturk in 1926. We can date this card very accurately as it displays Ataturks alphabet reform, which occured in 1928. No longer a station, the building is now a restaurant. Date: circa 1928
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Ahmet Alphabet Ankara Arches Architect Ataturk Eaves Forest Gazi Pointed Reform Styles Tiles Tracks Wide 1928 Kutahya Ottoman
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Gazi, Ankara, Turkey - Railway Station: A Captivating Blend of Architectural Styles from the 1920s This evocative photograph captures the Gazi Railway Station in Ankara, Turkey, a stunning architectural marvel from the 1920s. The station, now repurposed as a restaurant, showcases a unique fusion of architectural styles that reflect the rich history and cultural evolution of Turkey during that era. Opened in 1926 by the revered Turkish leader Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, this station serves as a testament to the architectural innovations of the time. The image provides an accurate dating, with the clear display of Ataturk's alphabet reform, which was implemented in 1928. The station's design is a harmonious blend of various architectural influences. The Ottoman-inspired tiles and pointed arches coexist with the more modern, wide eaves and European influences. The forest and farmlands in the background add to the traditional Turkish ambiance. Notable architects of the time, such as Ahmet Burhanettin and Kutahya, contributed to the station's design. Their masterful use of architectural elements is evident in the intricate tilework, the wide, protective eaves, and the pointed arches. This photograph transports us back to the 1920s, a time of significant change and progress in Turkey. The Gazi Railway Station stands as a historical landmark, a reminder of the country's rich architectural heritage.
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