Hatti Monument, Ankara

The Hatti Monument, also known as the Hittite Sun Monument, located at Sıhhiye Square, is a bronze representation of a solar disc featuring an antlered stag flanked by two calves. This artwork symbolizes the deities of the Hittite culture and serves as a commemoration of Anatolia's earliest known civilization. Sculpted by Nusret Suman in 1978, it is a replica of a Hatti monument discovered during excavations at Alacahöyük. The city's emblem, crafted by Mayor Vedat Dalokay in 1973, was inspired by this symbol.

Similar depictions of the Hittite Sun Disc, found in the tombs of Hatti kings, are on display at the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. The Anatolian Insurance Co. presented the Hittite Sun Disc Monument to the people of Ankara in 1977. Consequently, it became closely associated with Ankara University, where it serves as the institution's emblem, often evoking thoughts of both the Hittite civilization and the city of Ankara.

It's worth noting that between 1977 and 1995, for approximately 18 years, this symbol was used as the official emblem of Ankara Municipality. However, on June 29, 1995, the logo underwent modifications in accordance with a decision made by the Metropolitan Municipal Assembly of Ankara.