Alexander Column, Victory column in Palace Square, Saint Petersburg, Russia
The Alexander Column rises 47.5 meters high with a granite monolith shaft topped by an angel statue holding a cross in bronze.
French architect Auguste de Montferrand designed this monument in 1834 to commemorate the Russian victory against Napoleon's invasion in 1812.
The Alexander Column represents Russian military power through symbols and decorative elements carved into its pedestal, including allegorical figures of victory and wisdom.
Visitors can access the monument through Palace Square, with guided tours available daily to learn about its engineering and historical significance.
The massive granite column, weighing 600 tons, stands perfectly balanced without any additional support or fastening at its base.
Location: Saint Petersburg
Inception: September 11, 1834
Architects: Auguste de Montferrand
Creator: Boris Orlovsky, Auguste de Montferrand
Height: 47.5 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
GPS coordinates: 59.93917,30.31583
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:09
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