An Atatürk Bust in Havana!

Cuba, one of the most desired travel destinations in the world, attracts global attention with its unique architecture and rich cultural identity. As you walk through the streets filled with music, dance, and vibrant local life, you may feel as if you’ve stepped into a film scene.

There are countless fascinating facts about Cuba—but one of the most striking is this: the only foreign statesman with a bust in Havana is Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.

Commissioned by Cuba’s former leader Fidel Castro and created by Turkish sculptor Metin Yurdanur, the Atatürk bust continues to draw significant interest from Turkish tourists visiting the country.