Ulucanlar Prison Museum

Museums Altındağ Ankara

The Ulucanlar Prison Museum (Turkish: Ulucanlar Cezaevi Müzesi) is a former state prison in Ankara, Turkey, that was converted into a prison museum following restoration by Altındağ Municipality. The...

Ulucanlar Prison Museum - Ankara
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About Ulucanlar Prison Museum

The Ulucanlar Prison Museum (Turkish: Ulucanlar Cezaevi Müzesi) is a former state prison in Ankara, Turkey, that was converted into a prison museum following restoration by Altındağ Municipality. The museum was opened in 2011. It is the first museum of its kind in Turkey.

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Location and Access

Ulucanlar Prison Museum is located in Altındağ district, Ankara. Coordinates are 39.93833, 32.87306. You can get directions from the map below. You can request a licensed local guide for Ankara.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ulucanlar Prison Museum is located in Altındağ, Ankara. Coordinates: 39.93833, 32.87306.

A visit of 1-2 hours is usually enough; it can be combined with other stops nearby into a half-day route.

Yes. You can request a licensed local guide in Ankara and visit Ulucanlar Prison Museum with a professional tour guide.

Quick Facts

  • Province Ankara
  • District Altındağ
  • Category Museums
  • Period 1925
  • Coordinates 39.93833, 32.87306

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