Hasanpaşa Hamam, whose restoration project was completed by Ortahisar Municipality with the concept of a military museum, will carry museology to a different lane in Trabzon. Ortahisar Mayor Ahmet Metin Genç, who made a statement on the subject, stated that Hasanpaşa Bath will be put into service with the concept of a military museum for the first time in Trabzon, and said, “We have meticulously completed our design and content studies for the military museum concept of Hasanpaşa Bath. All the elements of the historical bath were revived by staying true to their originals. We will exhibit here all the elements that will keep the old bath culture alive, whatever should be found in a bath. " said.
“A WORK THAT HISTORY ENROLLED TO US”
Noting that the Turkish baths are a very important element of Turkish-Islamic civilization and that they are one of the most interesting places in terms of tourism, Mayor Genç said, “This is a work that history has left us. In the 1890s, II. During the reign of Abdülhamit, inns, baths, caravanserais, schools, etc. were built in many cities in Anatolia. works were made. We are in one of them. It is a work that history has left us, entrusted to us. Our building was formed as a military bath. And it was also used as a bath, but over time it was left and abandoned. When we took office, in consultation with our governor on this issue, we conveyed our request to take over and we took over this place. Currently, with the support of our Governor's Office and in line with our board-approved project, we have unearthed it completely in accordance with the original. We would also like to thank our esteemed Governor İsmail Ustaoğlu.” he said.
“TO BE OPEN SOON”
Noting that many elements such as the navel stone, private room, fountain, ablution room, basin, fountain, tap and fiber, pouch, bowl, loincloth, unique to these structures, will be displayed in Hasanpaşa Bath, Genç said, “Our bath is a work that wants to reveal itself. was in shape. As Ortahisar Municipality, we brought this distinguished work to our city with a very qualified restoration work. Hopefully, we will present our project to the service of our fellow citizens in the near future. Thus, in a sense, we will fulfill the need of respect and respect for our history and our ancestors.” placed his sentences.
“WE WILL BE INTEGRATED WITH TRABZONS”
Stating that the functioning techniques of the old baths, such as where the fire is lit, how the lighting is provided, how the water is heated and how it is distributed inside the bath, will be reflected together with all aspects in Hasanpaşa Hamam, Genç said, We have completed our content work. We also made the garden of the bath very beautiful in terms of landscaping. We have prepared our garden in a theme where visitors can experience that ancient culture in person, with seating and resting areas. We are very happy and honored to bring to life another historical heritage that will integrate with the people of Trabzon and become a very important part of social and cultural life.” he said.
Hasanpaşa Bath, which was transferred to Ortahisar Municipality by the Trabzon Governorship, was built in 1882 by the II. It was built to serve the military hospital and military barracks during the reign of Abdulhamid. Named after the governor of the period, Hasan Pasha, the building was abandoned for many years in a derelict and dilapidated state.