10.11.2026 14:14
In the Oltu district of Erzurum, cafe operator Kadir Parlak reserved a table at his business in memory of Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk on November 10, Atatürk Remembrance Day. A black cloth was laid on the table, and an Atatürk portrait, carnations, a cup of Turkish coffee, a glass of water, and a "reserved" card were placed on it. Parlak said that no customers would be seated at the table throughout November 10.
In the Oltu district of Erzurum, café owner Kadir Parlak reserved a table for the cherished memory of Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk on the occasion of November 10, Atatürk Memorial Day. A portrait of Atatürk was placed on the table covered with a black cloth, and carnations were left there.
BLACK CLOTH, CARNATIONS AND TURKISH COFFEE
In the Oltu district, café owner Kadir Parlak laid a black cloth over a table at his business on November 10, Atatürk Memorial Day, to commemorate Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey, and keep his memory alive. Parlak placed a portrait of Atatürk on the table and left carnations in front of it. A cup of Turkish coffee and a glass of water were also placed on the table, along with a "reserved" card. Business owner Parlak stated that no customers would be accepted at the table throughout November 10.
THIS TABLE WAS RESERVED FOR ONE DAY
Kadir Parlak, saying that they wanted to express their respect, longing and gratitude for Atatürk in this way, said, "Even though he is not among us, his place in our lives remains the same. We commemorate the founder of our Republic with respect, longing and gratitude. We know the value of the legacy he left us and want to keep his memory alive in our own venue as well. This table has been reserved for one day, but our love, respect and gratitude for Atatürk will last forever."
Customers who came to the café also expressed their satisfaction with the table reserved for Atatürk. Customers who took commemorative photos in front of the table said that the meaningful event moved them.