On the Taman Peninsula, in the center of the village of Taman, there is a unique hydraulic monument dating back to the times of the Ottoman Empire. This monument is known as the Turkish Fountain, also called the Turkish Wells. Its age is estimated to be several centuries, and although the exact date of construction could not be determined, it is be
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On the high shore of the Taman Bay, a mass grave, topped with a low but modest monument, has been soulfully preserved. On the plaque of this monument is engraved in gold letters: “To the Red Army soldiers and red partisans who were shot during the civil war of 1917-1920.” The site where this monument now stands witnessed tragic events when dozens o
The airplane monument to Taman aviators was erected in recognition of the feat of the pilots who participated in the liberation of the Taman Peninsula from fascist invaders in the period from 1942 to 1943. This monument is an image of the MIG series fighter, which was developed by aircraft designers Mikhail Gurevich and Mikoyan. The name "MIG" com
The monument to V.N. Tatishchev, the founder of the city of Tolyatti, is an equestrian statue installed on the banks of the Volga River. This monument, taken under protection as an object of monumental art, is of historical value for the city. Vasily Nikitich Tatishchev (1686-1750) was an outstanding Russian historian and statesman. He took part i
The “Rear to Front” monument in Magnitogorsk is an important symbol of the memory and heroism of home front workers during the Great Patriotic War. The authors of the monument, sculptor Lev Nikolaevich Golovnitsky and architect Yakov Borisovich Belopolsky, created a unique ensemble, which became the first large monumental complex dedicated to the l
The copy of the monument “Worker and Collective Farm Woman” installed in Verkhnyaya Pyshma is one of the symbols of the Soviet era and a vivid manifestation of the memory of the labor achievements of the Soviet people. This monument was created by Soviet sculptor Vera Mukhina in 1937 for the World Exhibition in Paris, where it aroused great interes
The monument to those killed during the Civil War in Verkhnyaya Pyshma has a long history, dating back to 1919, when the burial of Red Army soldiers and Soviet activists who died at the hands of the White Guards was carried out. Initially, a wooden platform was built at the burial site, and then various monuments and memorial steles were erected ov
The monument "Orenburgers - Heroes of the First World War" was opened in 2014, in honor of the centenary of the beginning of the First World War. It is a six-meter granite stele with a mosaic icon of St. George the Victorious and is dedicated to all Orenburg soldiers, Cossacks, officers and generals who participated in this war. The monument is lo
The site of the accident of the Soyuz-1 descent spacecraft in which the ship's commander, Vladimir Mikhailovich Komarov, died. The Soyuz-1 descent module crashed on April 23, 1967, while returning to Earth due to a failure of the parachute system. This was the first test flight of the Soyuz-1 spacecraft with a person on board. ### Accident of the
It is not reliably known whether Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin himself visited Samara; however, his journey through the local lands left its mark on his work. In the original version of "The Captain's Daughter," there is a description of the steppe landscapes that the poet passed through on his way to Orenburg. In honor of the centenary of the poe
The memorial complex in the Orenburg region, opened in 1989, became the first of its kind in Russia. In 2007, after military actions in the North Caucasus, the memorial underwent reconstruction, during which the names of those who perished in this conflict were immortalized on its plaques. In the summer of 2018, a new reconstruction of the Memoria
One of the most prominent symbols of the city of Samara is the Monument of Glory, crowning the Square of Glory in the Leninsky district, next to the regional administration building. This majestic obelisk, visible even from the opposite bank of the Volga River, stands at the center of the square, offering a breathtaking view of the river and the em
The memorial obelisk, installed at the intersection of Lunacharsky and Novo-Sadovaya streets in Samara, is a symbol and monument to the fighters of the October Revolution of 1917. This obelisk was erected in 1960, on the eve of the 43rd anniversary of the revolution, and became one of the characteristic elements of the urban landscape of Samara. C
Памятник-обелиск императору Александру I в центре Оренбурга был восстановлен и открыт на Пушкинском бульваре 31 августа 2013 года. Он является практически точной копией разрушенного памятника, возводившегося в 1822 году. Новый памятник был воссоздан по сохраненным фотографиям и чертежам, с некоторыми элементами, сохранившимися от первоначальной сте
The sculptural composition "Barge Haulers on the Volga" installed in Samara in 2014 commemorates the 170th anniversary of the birth of the renowned Russian artist Ilya Repin, who created the famous painting of the same name. This monument serves as a three-dimensional replica of Repin's iconic painting, which has become a symbol of Russian art. Th
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 st
The monument to Valerian Vladimirovich Kuibyshev in Samara is an important symbol of the city's history, embodying his revolutionary activity and contribution to the struggle for the people's happiness. Erected in 1938, this monument is a striking expression of respect for Valerian Vladimirovich Kuibyshev's personality and achievements. The monume
The monument dedicated to the invention of the heating battery on the wall of the Samara State District Power Plant is not only a symbol of technical progress, but also an attractive object for citizens and tourists. Its unusual shape and the legends associated with it make it a popular place to visit and photograph. The tradition of rubbing certa
On July 8, 2011, before the celebration of the All-Russian Day of Family, Love and Fidelity, a sculptural composition dedicated to Peter and Fevronia was installed in the park on Glory Square in the Russian city of Samara. This monument has become a significant place in the city, attracting the attention of newlyweds on their important day. The hei
In May 1977, in Samara, a monument to the outstanding figure - Hero of the Soviet Union and twice Hero of Socialist Labor Dmitry Fyodorovich Ustinov was solemnly unveiled. Born in this city, Ustinov became known worldwide for his contributions to the military and defense industry. The monument was created as a sign of gratitude and respect for his
The Ladya monument in Samara occupies a special place among the city’s attractions and symbolizes its connection with the Volga, an important transport artery that is historically and culturally significant for the region. Its choice as a monument-symbol of the city is due not only to its aesthetic appeal, but also to its historical and cultural as
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