Lenin on Lenin Sq., Voronezh
Lenin on Lenin Sq., Voronezh, Monument and historic site in Lenin Square, Voronezh, Russia
Description
This monument on the square depicts Vladimir Lenin standing upright with one arm extended forward and reaches considerable height. The granite statue stands directly in front of the regional Administration Building and forms the dominant feature of the square.
History
An earlier monument at this location was destroyed during World War II, and sculptor Nikolai Tomsky created the current work as its replacement. The new monument was installed in 1940, marking an important reconstruction of the public space after wartime destruction.
Culture
The monument anchors the center of the square and shapes how local people experience this public space. It serves as a meeting point and landmark where residents naturally gather or pass through in their daily routines.
Practical
The square is a central, easily accessible location in the city center where visitors can walk through or spend time without difficulty. The surroundings are well-developed with sidewalks and adjacent buildings that provide a comfortable environment for walking.
Did you know?
The ground beneath once served as Horse Square, where horse trading took place before the Revolution. This transformation from a commercial marketplace to a state monument reflects the profound social changes of that era.
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