Ezhi monument, War memorial in Khimki, Russia
Three concrete, iron, and stone tank barriers stand at the entrance of Moscow, reaching a height of six meters along Leningrad Highway.
The monument, inaugurated in 1966, marks the location where Moscow defense forces halted German tanks during World War II in 1941.
The memorial honors five divisions of Moscow defenders with a stone plate displaying the capital defense map and names of fallen soldiers.
Visitors can reach the monument by taking bus 400 from Rechnoy Vokzal metro station to the Monument stop on Leningrad Highway.
The monument features modern 3D lighting with red and white beams, making it visible from Sheremetyevo Airport during nighttime hours.
Location: Khimki
Architects: Aleksandr Agafonov
Made from material: stone, iron, reinforced concrete
GPS coordinates: 55.91306,37.40278
Latest update: May 11, 2025 17:55
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