Monument to Fyodor Apraksin in Vyborg, Bronze and granite monument in Petrovskaya Square, Vyborg, Russia
The Monument to Fyodor Apraksin sits on Petrovskaya Square as a bronze bust mounted on a granite base. The sculpture depicts the admiral's head and occupies a central location where people naturally pass while crossing through the public space.
The admiral was a key figure in Russia's conquest of the city in the early 1700s and played a major role in controlling the Baltic region. His military success during that period became a turning point in local history.
The monument honors a figure central to Russian naval history, reflecting how the city values its maritime past. The admiral's presence on the square connects visitors to a chapter of local identity shaped by the sea.
The monument sits on a central plaza that sees foot traffic throughout the day and is free to view anytime. Visitors can reach it easily on foot and do not need to arrange any special access or appointments.
The monument was created by two artists in the 2000s and later received official status as a cultural site through a government decision. This formal recognition demonstrates how even recent works in the city can become part of its documented heritage.
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