Monument to Victor Tsoy, Latvia

The Monument to Victor Tsoy in Tukums is a life-sized metal sculpture showing the late musician holding a lighter in one hand. The figure is set in a public space where metal plates containing song lyrics are embedded in the surrounding pavement.

Victor Tsoy was the leader of the Soviet rock band Kino and died in a car accident near Tukums in 1990. The monument was built to honor him and his musical influence.

The site is named after the late musician and draws fans who gather to express their connection to his legacy. The song lyrics from Kino embedded in the pavement create a personal space where visitors who knew the band or its music can reflect.

The monument is located in a public space easily reached on foot and accessible by local buses from central Tukums. The site is open year-round and can be visited at any time without special arrangements.

The site functions as more than a monument; it serves as a meeting point where fans leave personal messages and hold spontaneous musical gatherings. Visitors will notice that the location shows a living remembrance culture around the late musician that changes throughout the year.