5 bayonets Memorial, War memorial in Romashki, Russia

The 5 Bayonets Memorial is a stone monument complex in Romashki arranged in a circular pattern that commemorates soldiers and civilians who died during World War II. Information boards are placed throughout the grounds to explain the history of the military units that fought in the area.

The memorial was built after World War II to honor those who defended the Leningrad region during the war. The site emerged as a way to preserve the memory of the fighting that took place in the area.

The site serves as a gathering place during Victory Day celebrations, where local people come together to lay flowers and honor those who died. On this day, the memorial becomes a focal point for the community to share their connection to the past.

The site is open to the public and visitors can explore the grounds at their own pace using the information boards to learn about the area. Comfortable shoes are recommended as you will be walking around the outdoor memorial grounds.

The memorial takes its name from five stone bayonets that form the distinctive shape of the monument complex. This symbolic representation directly references the soldiers who fought and died defending the region.