Dr. Fazıl Küçük Müzesi — Attraction in Lefkoşa Türk Belediyesi

The Dr. Fazıl Küçük Museum is dedicated to preserving the life and legacy of Dr. Fazıl Küçük, a prominent figure in Cypriot history. He played a significant role in advocating for the rights of Turkish Cypriots and is regarded as one of the founding fathers of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

The museum showcases a variety of artefacts, documents, photographs, and personal belongings that belonged to Dr. Fazıl Küçük, providing valuable insights into his life, achievements, and contributions to the Turkish Cypriot community. Visitors can explore exhibits detailing his political career, activism, and efforts to promote the rights and interests of Turkish Cypriots.

Through interactive displays and multimedia presentations, the museum offers a comprehensive understanding of Dr. Küçük's influence on modern Cypriot history. It serves as a tribute to his leadership, vision, and dedication to the Turkish Cypriot cause, inspiring future generations to uphold his legacy of resilience and...

Dr Fazil Kucuk was born in 1906 in Nicosia. He studied medicine in Turkey, Switzerland and France. In 1937, he returned to Cyprus and started practice as a GP. In the 1950s, Dr Kucuk set up his own political party, established the first Turkish labour union in Cyprus and launched a newspaper, Halkin Sesi, which is still being published. During the London and Zurich conferences in 1959, Dr Kucuk represented the Turkish Cypriot community. On independence, Dr Kucuk was elected vice president of the new Republic of Cyprus. The museum is in Dr Kucuk's former home and office, and is located in Kyrenia Avenue. The museum was opened on the 14th march 1997, on what would have been Dr Kucuk's 91st birthday. It is the first private museum in North Cyprus, and was created with contributions...

The museum looked lovely. We actually opened a closed door and walked in on our own. People were working in offices inside but we were not guided nor offered any assistance. It had many old medical equipment and a wax statue of who I assume is the doctor. I don’t really know why is he so important to North Cyprus. Maybe...