Ezhi monument, War memorial in Khimki, Russia
The Ezhi monument consists of three massive tank barriers made of concrete, iron, and stone that stand at Moscow's entrance. The structures reach about 6 meters (20 feet) in height along Leningrad Highway and were built at the location where city defenders stopped tanks.
The monument was opened in 1966 and marks the location where Soviet defense forces stopped German tanks in 1941 during World War II. This site was a critical point in the effort to protect the city from invasion.
The memorial honors defenders of Moscow with a stone plate showing the map of the city's defense and listing names of fallen soldiers. Visitors can read these inscriptions and connect with the story of those who fought here.
The easiest way to reach the site is by bus from Rechnoy Vokzal metro station to the Monument stop on Leningrad Highway. The location is well connected by public transport and easy to access without a car.
The monument features modern 3D lighting with red and white beams that make it visible from a distance at night. This illumination allows the structure to be seen even from Sheremetyevo Airport.
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