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Visits
Between 1905 and 1937, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk visited Izmir a total of 18 times. The visit that began on October 11, 1925 was the 10th of these. As part of this visit, he honored Bornova with his presence at 5:00 PM on October 12, 1925.
ATATÜRK AND BORNOVA
Gazi Pasha's 1925 Visit to Bornova
October 12, 1925
The historic day when Mustafa Kemal Atatürk set foot in Bornova as part of his 10th visit to Izmir. Compiled from the book "Izmir's Days of Joy" by Necmi Ülker, Vehbi Günay, and Latif Daşdemir, along with documents from the newspapers of the era.
Gazi Pasha's arrival in Bornova was greeted with great enthusiasm and affection by the local population. Reşat Bey, serving as the District Governor of Bornova, was the brother of the renowned poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı and was the most prominent figure to welcome Gazi Pasha on behalf of the people of Bornova.
At the welcoming ceremony held at 5:00 PM, Reşat Bey delivered a speech expressing the love and devotion of Bornova's people toward Gazi Pasha. The ceremony continued with tea service in a warm and cordial atmosphere.
This visit was more than just an official ceremony; it was a tangible demonstration of the closeness and mutual affection between the people and the statesman during the early years of the Republic. Bornova witnessed one of its most significant historical moments that day.
Witness of the Era
From the Hakimiyet-i Milliye Newspaper
From the Newspaper of the Era
Gazi Pasha's visit to Bornova was greeted with great joy and enthusiasm. In his speech on behalf of the people, District Governor Reşat Bey expressed the love and respect felt toward Gazi Pasha, emphasizing that this visit would remain an unforgettable memory for Bornova.
Izmir Visit
Visit Itinerary
Gazi Pasha's daily program during the Izmir visit that lasted from October 11 to 16, 1925.
October 11, 1925
Gazi Pasha arrived in Izmir. The 10th Izmir visit began.
October 12, 1925
Arrived in Bornova at 5:00 PM. Was enthusiastically welcomed by District Governor Reşat Bey and the people of Bornova. A tea reception and ceremony were held.
October 13, 1925
Visited Karşıyaka Sports Club. On the same day, he visited the tomb of his mother, Zübeyde Hanım.
October 14, 1925
Visited schools in Izmir. Met with students.
October 15, 1925
Visited the Bornova School of Agriculture. Met with the school principal and teachers, and reviewed the ongoing work.
October 16, 1925
Departed from Izmir. The visit concluded.