History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
The Army Martyrs' Monument and Garrison Martyrdom was built to keep alive the cherished memory of the heroic Army Mehmetçiks and police members who sacrificed their lives in defense of the homeland, from the Caucasus and Çanakkale fronts of World War I to the War of Independence, Korea, Cyprus and internal security operations. The crescent and star memorial column rising on a marble base proudly bears the names of 1,438 Ordu martyrs who marched to martyrdom on 16 different fronts. This monument, rising against the rough waves of the Black Sea, is seen among the people as an unshakable castle of love for the homeland and flag, and it is believed that the spiritual spirit of the martyrs always protects the Black Sea coast. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
The martyrs' cemetery and memorial area is located on a spacious slope overlooking the Altınordu coastline and Eskipazar ridges, at an altitude of approximately 45 meters above sea level. The area, adorned with centuries-old pines, palm trees and rich flower beds of the Black Sea climate, offers a serene and solemn spiritual atmosphere in the heart of the city. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:The martyrs' cemetery and monument area is completely free.•Visiting Hours and Days (Mandatory): It is open to public visits and prayers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.•Rules, Security and Baby Stroller/Disabled Access: The cemetery area is equipped with paved roads and disabled ramps and is fully wheelchair and stroller accessible. Respect and dignity should be observed between graves.•Facilities and Facilities:Martyrdom memorial column, marble inscriptions, fountain, benches and lighting are available. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Eskipazar Mahallesi, Şehitler Caddesi, 52100 Altınordu/Ordu.•Road Condition and Vehicle Availability: It is a short drive from Ordu Governorship and Atatürk Park. It is very easily accessible by all passenger vehicles along the completely asphalt coastline and urban main roads.•Real Public Transportation Information (Mandatory): It can be reached in 1 minute by getting off at Eskipazar / Şehitlik stop with Ordu Metropolitan Municipality city buses and Altınordu central minibuses.•Parking Availability:There are free parking spaces at the entrance of the Martyrs' Cemetery. Spiritual Visiting Etiquette and Commemoration Guidelines•Spiritual Visit and Prayer Etiquette: One should stand with respect in front of the marble plaques on which the names of our beloved martyrs are engraved, and the Surahs of Fatiha and Ihlas should be recited for the souls of all our martyrs, especially Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.•Documentary & Respectful Shooting:Martyrs' monuments and inscriptions can be photographed with respect and dignity; Fun selfies should not be taken disrespectfully.•Important Commemoration Days:Official wreath presenting ceremonies are held with the participation of the provincial protocol and citizens on 18 March Martyrs' Day, 19 September Veterans Day and 30 August Victory Day.•Local Spiritual Tradition:On holy nights and national holidays, the martyrs' cemetery is visited and mawlid candy and hazelnut halva are distributed.