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Monument to the Heroes of the Great Patriotic War
Best time to visit
It is best to come late in the afternoon, when the sun bathes the monument in warm light and creates dramatic shadows on the concrete pillars. May and June offer pleasant weather and blooming greenery in the surrounding park.
Budget tips
Admission is completely free, the monument is freely accessible 24 hours a day. Do not forget to bring flowers if you wish to pay tribute at the eternal flame; they cost only a few rubles at nearby shops.
Recommended for
History lovers, Families with children, Photographers, Travelers seeking peaceful places
Plan your visit
30-45 minutes
About
Quick facts: At this location stands a monument commemorating 143 soldiers and partisans who fell during the liberation of the city in 1944. Every year, memorial ceremonies are held here, attended by hundreds of local residents and veterans from the surrounding area.
Highlights: The monument is not just an ordinary column, but consists of a series of concrete pillars symbolizing the broken defensive lines. The eternal flame, which has been burning here since 1975 and is cared for with pride by the locals, leaves the strongest impression.
Insider tips
- Come early in the morning, around seven, when the park is empty and you can only hear the rustling of leaves and the birds singing.
- The best photo is from a distance through the main avenue, where the monument is reflected in the symmetrical composition of the trees.
- After your visit, take a walk to the Mucha River; it is only a 5-minute walk and offers a pleasant stroll in the shade of the poplars.
- In the winter months, the monument is covered in snow and looks even more monumental, but be careful of black ice on the steps.
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