Monument of Vladimir Lenin on Lenina Square, Nizhny Novgorod

The Lenin monument features a standing figure positioned on a substantial pedestal, representing the Soviet leader in his characteristic stance facing forward.

The statue was erected in 1970 during the Soviet period, marking a time when monuments of Lenin appeared throughout cities across the Soviet Union.

This monument serves as an educational resource for students and researchers studying Soviet-era public art and political expressions through monumental sculptures.

The statue stands in a central location of Nizhny Novgorod, near public transportation stops and within walking distance of the main shopping district.

The monument maintains its original position and condition, while many similar Lenin statues across Eastern Europe have been relocated or removed entirely.

Location: Nizhny Novgorod

Inception: 1970

GPS coordinates: 56.32609,43.95955

Latest update: March 4, 2025 20:58