Muhsin Yazıcıoğlu Memorial House is located in Elmalı village of Şarkışla district, Sivas, and is the house where writer and politician Muhsin Yazıcıoğlu was born and raised. It was restored in 2021 and converted into a memorial house; the venue exhibits his personal belongings, letters, and photographs, and admission is free.
This house in Elmalı village is where Muhsin Yazıcıoğlu was born and spent his childhood. The Sivas Provincial Special Administration restored the house in 2021 and converted its interior into a museum. Today, his personal belongings, family photographs, and documents about his life are exhibited here. The opening ceremony included a speech by his wife Gülefer Yazıcıoğlu, a poetry recital by students, and the screening of a film about his life. This film can still be watched at the memorial house.
The most talked-about section for visitors is the letters. Comments frequently state that this corner is the most moving part. Among those who visited the house, some wrote about meeting and chatting with a relative of Yazıcıoğlu, while others shared that they learned the person greeting them at the entrance was the deceased's nephew. There is a seating area and a toilet in the garden, providing comfort for a long visit on the village road.
It is not difficult to find the house by following the signs after driving a few kilometers into the village from the main road. Many people passing through Şarkışla visit this place as a short stop. Admission is free, and it is often mentioned that visitors are warmly welcomed by relatives.
Related discoveries: Historical Places, Sivas historical places, Hafik Lake.
Guide's Note
Best Time to Visit
The village road is easily passable by car, but weather conditions can be challenging in winter. Spring and summer months are more comfortable for both the road and using the seating area in the garden. A short detour when passing through Şarkışla is sufficient; it does not require extensive planning.
How to Get There
From Sivas city center to Şarkışla is approximately 100 km by road. From the district center, continue to Elmalı village by private vehicle. There are signs on the main road indicating the memorial house; from there, it is enough to drive a few kilometers into the village. Public transportation options are limited; a private car or taxi is the most practical way.
How Much Time to Allocate
The house is small and well-organized, and a visit takes 30-45 minutes. It makes sense to combine it with other stops in Şarkışla for a half-day program. It doesn't fill a whole day on its own but is a meaningful stop for those traveling to the region.
Route Suggestion
Visiting Elmalı village after exploring Şarkışla district center is a practical sequence. Those coming from Sivas city center can make the most of their day by stopping at other historical sites in Şarkışla along the way.
Things to Pay Attention To
Although the village road is asphalt and smooth, GPS may not always clearly show the turn-off point; following the signs is safer. A quiet and respectful demeanor is expected during the visit. This is a memorial site converted from a family home, not an ordinary tourist attraction.
Photo Spots
The exterior of the house and its garden, along with the village view, offer simple but meaningful shots. The photo corner and the section with letters exhibited inside are the points where visitors stop and examine the most.
About the Memorial House
The house where Muhsin Yazıcıoğlu, Sivas Deputy for the 19th, 20th, and 23rd terms, was born and raised, was restored by the Sivas Provincial Special Administration in 2021. The opening was attended by the then-Governor Salih Ayhan, Yazıcıoğlu's wife Gülefer Yazıcıoğlu, and numerous protocol members. Today, the house serves as both a family legacy and a document of recent political history. It has been recorded that 60,000 people visited within 3 years.
FAQ
Updated:
