Tenth Year Monument in Giresun, Türkiye, is a free-to-visit memorial built from andesite stone at Osman Ağa Square to commemorate the Republic's tenth anniversary, featuring a baroque wreath motif and serving as a gathering space for official ceremonies.
The Tenth Year Monument was built in the center of Giresun to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic. It stands at Osman Aga Square, constructed in the form of a rectangular wall made of cut andesite stone. In the center is a baroque-style wreath motif, with a small pool in front of it.
The monument is not just a memorial stone. It continues to serve as a rally area through the square's layout. In other words, it is both a historical symbol and a venue used during the city's official ceremonies and commemorative days. Located at the bottom of the Giresun University Rectorate building, in the 10th Year Republic Park, on slightly sloping terrain.
Since it is in the city center, it does not require a separate tour plan; it falls along the way during seaside walks or shopping district visits. You can think of it as a short rest stop.
Guide's Note
About the Tenth Year Monument
The monument was erected to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic. It is constructed from cut andesite stone in the form of a rectangular wall; the baroque-style wreath motif in the center is the most striking detail of the monument. A small pool is located in front of it. The structure has been recorded as one of Giresun's immovable cultural properties from the Republic period.
How to Get There
The monument is located at the bottom of the Giresun University Rectorate building, within the 10th Year Republic Park, on slightly sloping terrain. Since it is in the city center, access is not a problem. It can be reached on foot in a short time from the coastal strip or shopping district. For those arriving by vehicle, there is parking available around the square.
Best Time for a Visit
Since it is an open-air monument, it can be visited all year round. Those who want to avoid Giresun's humid and hot weather in summer months can prefer morning hours. In winter months, the square is emptier, which is advantageous for those who want to take photographs.
How Much Time Should You Allocate?
The monument itself does not cover a large area, so 10-15 minutes is sufficient for a visit. It can be combined with Zeytinlik Quarter, Giresun Castle, or coastal walks to be included in a half-day city tour.
Other Nearby Stops
When exploring central Giresun, it makes sense to visit the Tenth Year Monument along with the starting point of the path up to Giresun Castle or the historic houses in Zeytinlik Quarter. Ferries to Giresun Island also depart from a point close to the center, so you can fit them into the same day.
Good Photography Spots
The wreath motif in the center of the monument and the pool in front are suitable for close-up photographs. The width of the square makes it easy to capture the monument as a whole in the frame.
Things to Keep in Mind
Since the monument still serves as a rally area, there may be crowds and traffic arrangements on the square during official ceremonies or commemorative days. If you are planning a visit on such days, confirm current information from local news or municipal announcements.
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