ataturk's villa

CharleyandhisTravels

Impressive rose garden at entrance. A very well respected man, Ataturk is responsible for a Constitution granting the Turkish people many freedoms. His house is pleasant and not ostentatious. Several beautiful pieces of furniture.

maryamr2014

Went there during Trabzon tour. There is not that much to see in the city. but really nice to visit the villa since you are already there. Only costs 2 TL for Adults and 1 TL for children

anned321

I beleve Ataturk didn't use this villa to many times,it is beautiful, with stunning gardens! nice place to relax!

T3T

Previous a large private summer residence outside Trabzon city center. Built by a greek (greek-russian ?) businessman.Not big as a museum but a a place in honour of Ataturk.Worth a visit, although the place is high up there is not a panoramic view.Taxi up easiest.Bus down if taxi is not waiting (Busticket at the entrance booth).

intrepidkiwi

While Ataturk only stayed here a handful of nights, this villa was bequeathed to Ataturk.In its day, the 3 storey house must have been quite spectacular, and there would have been flight deck views. However, the majority of the would be view is now blocked by massive conifers, and while the exterior of the house is kept in good condition the inside of the house needs a lot of work to bring it up to its former glory.The walls of the house are full of photos of Ataturk during his reign.There were two wedding parties there while we visited the property - no doubt photos with the gardens and house as backdrops would be very nice.Across the road from this attraction is a jewellery store/café (and toilets)

llangy-fella

Dolmus from opposite Garanti Bankasi and in front of ING is TL 3.5 to Kusk. Remember to stay on bus to top of hill where the Vila is situated. Good exterior. Not much inside and what could be a spectacular view of the coastline is obscured by conifers. Easy bus ride back to the centre from outside the gates.

fishnguy

The house was open when we visited in September, 2014. Ataturk actually only spent a few days here on a visit to Trabzon. A beautifully preserved late 19th century house on the outside and inside.

AlanJWells

The villa and gardens are beautifully kept but although Mustafa Kemal Ataturk might have lived there it is difficult to keep my concentration on seeing a chair he sat in or a desk he used to write on. It is interesting to see but not riveting.

bankerross

Very interesting building from outside, but closed for renovations. Gardens are beautiful, but didn't feel it was worth the trip until renovations are completed..

CJD12

A pretty building - a summer pavilion rather than a traditional house. Taken from the original owner during the population exchange, I think, and later given to Ataturk.Attractive gardens. Interior currently closed for renovations. Worth visiting if you are nearby but not if you need to spend time getting there.

kareng754

We visited in May and unfortunately the actual villa was closed for renovations. However we were allowed to walk the beautiful gardens and see the building from the outside. It is located almost at the top of the mountain and you can see all of Trabzon from the gardens. Nearby is a gift shop and a beautiful silver jewelry shop. Worth the visit.

JillM190

White mansion set in beautiful gardens with fountains and overlooking a pine forest. You can view most of the rooms which contain several antiques.

Hulzz

The garden is lovely. The furnushing was not as great as i thought it would be but its great that you can take photos inside the house! Our tour guide told us this is only a guest house that Ataturk stayed a few times while in the area.

Carolyn008

A beautiful house set in lovely gardens.An interesting place to visit.Nice tea garden to relax in and reasonably priced.

BashayerA_12

very nice garden . you can see the house from inside , Ataturk bed room and some photos to him when you finish you can eat some thing in the coffee shop out side