# War of Independence Museum (First Grand National Assembly Building)
Located in Ankara’s historic Ulus district, this museum offers a unique opportunity to witness the founding era of the Republic firsthand. This space, where the Gazi Assembly lived between 1920-1924 with its narrow corridors and wooden benches preserved to this day, is far more than just a collection—it embodies the very spirit of the national struggle.
Original documents, photographs, and artifacts from the War of Independence era demonstrate how a nation was built from scratch under the impossible conditions of the time. The historic table where the Treaty of Lausanne was signed, the general assembly hall, and every corner of this building where history seems to breathe, bring to life the vision of Ulu Önder Atatürk and his comrades—a vision that was contemporary, forward-thinking, and visionary.
The museum stands out as a place every Turkish citizen must see. For those who wish to experience and feel history rather than merely read about it, this visit evokes pride, honor, and profound emotion.
