The sculpture "Water Skier", installed on the embankment of the Volga River in Samara, perfectly reflects the interest of Soviet youth in water sports, especially sailing. This interest began to clearly manifest itself already in the early 20s, and since 1936, when the All-Union Sailing Section was created, it began to actively develop. Sailing wa
Monument to Prince Grigory Zasekin
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The monument to Prince Grigory Osipovich Zasekin, the founder of the city of Samara and its first voivode, holds a significant place on the Volga embankment in Samara. It symbolizes the historical importance of this figure for the city and its foundation. Installed in 2014 to commemorate the 428th anniversary of the city, the monument features a statue of the prince on horseback, facing towards the historical part of Samara where the first fortress was built.
The monument was designed by Moscow sculptor Karen Sarkisov, who was born and raised in the city, formerly known as Kuibyshev, and became part of Samara's history during Soviet times. The sculpture is made of bronze at the Smolensk Foundry Plant and has impressive dimensions: a total height of about 8 meters, with a weight of 46 tons including the pedestal.
Prince Grigory Osipovich Zasekin was an active figure during the reigns of Ivan the Terrible and Boris Godunov. By the order of Tsar Feodor Ioannovich, he traveled to the Volga to build defensive fortresses, including the Samara fortress, which served as the starting point for the city's development and protection of the Volga trade route.
The monument to Prince Zasekin is not only a symbol of the historical significance of this figure but also a reminder of the importance of his activities in shaping the city and defending its territory.
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