Ulus Square. Monument of Republic, Ankara

Ulus Square is a historic square in Ankara, known for its significance to the Turkish nation. The square is located at the intersection of four streets, including Atatürk Boulevard, which runs to the south, and Çankırı Street, which continues north from Atatürk Boulevard. The square's name, "Ulus," translates to "nation" in Turkish, and it is an important gathering place for locals and tourists alike.

The centerpiece of Ulus Square is a memorial called Victory Monument, also known as the Monument of Republic, designed by Austrian sculptor Heinrich Krippel. The Victory Monument was a result of a nationwide fund drive organized by journalist Yunus Nadi. Heinrich Krippel's design won an international competition, and the monument was inaugurated on 24 November 1927.

The Victory Monument is a group of bronze statues, including an equestrian Atatürk in the center flanked by two soldiers and a woman. One soldier is depicted calling his friend to the battlefront, while the other is shown observing the front. The woman is carrying a cannonball, representing the contributions of Turkish women during the Turkish War of Independence. The monument, restored in 2002, continues to be an important landmark and gathering place in Ankara.