Mamayev Kurgan, War memorial on Mamayev Hill in Volgograd, Russia
The memorial complex spans across a hill rising 102 meters above Volgograd, featuring multiple monuments and commemorative installations dedicated to World War II veterans.
The Battle of Stalingrad in 1942-1943 transformed this strategic hill into a crucial battlefield where Soviet forces defended against German advances for 200 days.
The central monument, The Motherland Calls, stands 85 meters tall and represents the largest statue in Europe, drawing millions of visitors annually.
The memorial complex remains open throughout the day without entrance fees, with guided tours available in multiple languages through the visitor center.
The soil of Mamayev Kurgan contains metal fragments from intense bombardment, with each square meter holding up to 1,250 pieces of shrapnel.
Location: Volgograd
Location: Tsentralny District
Inception: 1967
Elevation above the sea: 102 m
GPS coordinates: 48.74242,44.53694
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:05
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