Monument to Aleksandr Griboyedov
Monument to Aleksandr Griboyedov, Bronze and granite monument in Pionerskaia Square, Saint Petersburg, Russia.
The monument features a standing figure of Aleksandr Griboyedov cast in bronze on a granite pedestal designed by architect Vsevolod Ivanovitsj Jakovlev.
The monument, established in 1959, commemorates Aleksandr Griboyedov, the Russian diplomat and playwright who died in Tehran during a mob attack in 1829.
The sculpture represents Griboyedov's contributions to Russian literature, particularly through his verse comedy 'Woe from Wit' written in 1823.
Visitors can access the monument through public transportation, with several bus and metro stations located within walking distance of Pionerskaia Square.
The monument stands at the intersection of diplomatic history and literary excellence, marking the location where Griboyedov's creative works were performed.
Location: Saint Petersburg
Location: Pionerskaia Square
Architects: Vsevolod Ivanovitsj Jakovlev
Made from material: bronze, granite
GPS coordinates: 59.92148,30.33253
Latest update: March 17, 2025 12:21
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