Category:Memorial of cruiser Kirov

The Cruiser Kirov Memorial displays two original gun turrets from the warship mounted on a granite platform in the Baltic Fleet Square. The installation provides a direct view of the technical equipment that equipped a Soviet naval vessel during that era.

The cruiser was commissioned in 1938 and played a significant role during World War II in the Baltic region. After the war, the ship was eventually sunk, and only its gun turrets were preserved as this memorial site.

The memorial honors the Soviet sailors who fought during the city's siege and gave their lives in defense. It serves as a place where visitors can understand the importance of this naval history to the people who lived through it.

The site is located near the waterfront and can be easily reached by public transportation, especially through nearby metro connections. Visitors should know that the site is outdoors and offers the best views during daylight hours.

The gun turrets come from an actual warship and showcase the firepower available to Soviet naval forces at that time. Many visitors do not realize these weapons were actually used during the city's defense.

Location: Saint Petersburg

GPS coordinates: 59.94210,30.20863

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:12