Medal Day of Kahramanmaras
Due to the position and outstanding achievements in the National
struggle "Maras" was awarded
by the Grand National Assembly of Turkey on
April 5, 1925 with a red stripe "Independence Medal".
This event is celebrated with
ceremonies held every each year in "April 5 ".
City’s name changed to
Kahramanmaras by the National Assembly of Turkey on
February 7, 1975 because of the efforts and national struggle of the city
therefore every February 7 is also celebrated with ceremonies in the town.