Obelisk "Moscow - Hero City", Commemorative obelisk at Dorogomilovskaya Zastava Square, Moscow, Russia.
The granite and bronze obelisk rises 40 meters into the sky, featuring a gold-plated star at its summit and a bronze wreath at the base.
The monument was inaugurated on May 9, 1977, marking the 32nd anniversary of the Soviet victory in World War II and Moscow's designation as a Hero City.
The obelisk represents the determination of Moscow's citizens during World War II, with bronze sculptures of soldiers standing guard at its foundation.
Visitors can reach the monument via Kievskaya or Vystavochnaya metro stations, where informational displays explain the historical context of the structure.
The obelisk marks the location of Moscow's former western gates, incorporating three distinct materials: granite for strength, bronze for detail, and gold plating for distinction.
Location: Moscow
Architects: Grigory Zakharov
Made from material: granite, bronze, gold plating
GPS coordinates: 55.74679,37.55548
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:03
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