Monument to the The Good Soldier Švejk, Monument dedicated to a literary character in Samara, Russia
The bronze sculpture depicts Josef Švejk, the main character from a Czech novel, standing in a contemplative position near the city center.
The monument, erected in November 2013, marks the location where Czech author Jaroslav Hašek resided during his stay in Samara in 1918.
This monument represents the connection between Russian and Czech literature through the character of a World War I soldier from Hašek's satirical novel.
Located at coordinates 53.1904, 50.0911, the monument stands in an accessible area of Samara where visitors can take photographs and read information panels.
The statue functions as an educational site where local guides explain the significance of Czech literature and its influence on Russian cultural heritage.
Location: Samara
Inception: November 15, 2013
GPS coordinates: 53.19040,50.09110
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:29
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