Statue of Honor
Monument Monumental statue in Samsun commemorating local military history
In Samsun Province, the Statue of Honor commemorates local civic history; visitors include those touring Samsun’s waterfront and municipal monuments.
The Statue of Honor is a public monument located in Samsun Province, Turkey. It stands as a local landmark within the provincial capital area.
Seen as a civic monument, it is visited as part of the city’s public spaces and can be photographed from nearby squares and streets. The statue forms part of Samsun’s modern urban landscape.
The monument was erected as a commemorative public sculpture; its presence reflects local civic and memorial practices. It remains a visible element of the city’s public art.
The statue is located in the city of Samsun on Turkey’s northern Black Sea coast, within the urban centre of the province.
How to Get to Statue of Honor #
Samsun is served by an airport and regional bus network; from the city centre the statue is typically within a short taxi ride or a walk along the seafront promenade.
Tips for Visiting Statue of Honor #
- Visit at sunset to catch the monument lit against the harbour if weather permits.
- Local guidebooks often point to the statue as part of a longer promenade-combine it with nearby coastal walks.
- Watch for civic events-military parades sometimes include ceremonies at the statue.
Best Time to Visit Statue of Honor #
Late spring through early autumn provides the most pleasant visiting conditions.
Weather & Climate near Statue of Honor #
Statue of Honor's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (688 mm/year).
January
January is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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July
July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 88 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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