Girls’ High School The Girls' High School in Adana, originally built as a Military High School between 1881 and 1883 under the leadership of Adana Governor Abidin Pasha during Sultan Abdülhamit II’s reign, is planned to be repurposed as a Culture and Art Center. The institution, initially named after Abidin Pasha, was renamed Mekteb-i Sultani in 1908 and later became known as the Adana Girls' High School. The building’s historical importance comes from its long-standing role as a Girls' High School. However, reflecting modern needs, it will now be transformed into a space dedicated to cultural and artistic events. During the Ottoman period, the military structure experienced major reforms following the dissolution of the Janissaries under Mahmut II. This reform paved the way for the creation of enhanced military schools during the reign of Abdulhamid II, who aimed to train young people as future soldiers through a comprehensive education lasting at least three years. One of these schools was built with sturdy stonework along the Seyhan River banks. This historic building operated as a Military High School from 1883 until 1932, after which it was converted into a dedicated girls' high school, continuing in that role until 1998. Currently, it functions as a "Culture and Art Museum", maintaining its valuable legacy for future generations. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] or simply contact us via Whatsapp, and we will get back to you promptly.