About
The Rahmi M. Koç Museum is Ankara’s first industrial museum and consists of two main sections: Çengelhan and Safranhan. These historical inns are located directly across from the Hisar Gate of Ankara Castle, in the former Atpazarı area, near the city’s traditional bazaars. Çengelhan, one of the four largest inns of its time, once served with numerous rooms and a dedicated area for camels, known as a “develik.” Safranhan, built in 1511, functioned as a typical Anatolian caravanserai. After the decline of the mohair trade in Ankara, Safranhan lost its significance and was later used as a prison during the late Ottoman period and the early years of the Republic. The museum features over four thousand objects displayed across 32 rooms, offering insights into the history of various industrial fields, including maritime transport, road transport, aviation, and medicine. The exhibited items range from small-scale models and steam engines to classic automobiles, reflecting the diversity and evolution of industrial heritage.