Monument to Peter the Great in Shlisselburg
Monument to Peter the Great in Shlisselburg, Bronze monument in Shlisselburg, Russia.
The bronze statue stands at the intersection of the Neva River and Lake Ladoga, representing Peter the Great in a commanding pose.
Mark Antokolski created this federal cultural heritage monument in 1957, commemorating Peter the Great's capture of Shlisselburg fortress in 1702.
The statue reflects Russian artistic traditions through its design and serves as a central point for gatherings during national celebrations.
Visitors can reach the monument by taking regular ferry services that operate between May and October from Saint Petersburg to Shlisselburg.
The monument occupies a strategic location at the head of the Neva River, where Peter the Great conducted military operations against Swedish forces.
Location: Shlisselburg
Inception: 1957
Creator: Mark Antokolski
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 59.94600,31.03050
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:01
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