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Korean War Martyrs' Monument

İskenderun, Hatay

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A monument in İskenderun commemorating the soldiers who lost their lives in the Korean War.

Safety warning

It is in the area affected by the earthquakes of 6 February 2023; the monument's condition and whether it is open to visitors should be confirmed on site.

Its story

The Korean War Martyrs' Monument was erected in İskenderun in memory of the soldiers who lost their lives serving in the Turkish Brigade in the Korean War of 1950–1953. It is located near the Catholic Cathedral in the city center and the coastal strip. The monument is one of the symbolic stops related to İskenderun's identity as a port city and its military history.

Key facts

Type
Monument
Admission
Free
Getting there
İskenderun city center
Visit duration
10 minutes

Trip purpose

  • Free
  • Photography

Location

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36.59100, 36.17180

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q139418916