Мемориал погибшим воинам и участникам Великой Отечественной войны
Мемориал погибшим воинам и участникам Великой Отечественной войны, War memorial in Stolby, Yakutia, Russia.
Description
The memorial in Stolby is a 6.45-meter central obelisk with a soldier's bust at the top and a golden-colored sculpture of a woman with a child at its base. Protective metal fencing surrounds the grounds, and floodlights illuminate the site to create a dignified setting for remembrance gatherings.
History
The memorial was built in 1982 with funding from the local community, based on a design by sculptor Agafangel Ivanich Lukin. This construction marks the community's commitment to remembering those who served from the region during World War II.
Culture
The memorial displays names of 104 war participants from the community on triangular steles with commemorative plaques, keeping their memory alive in the local landscape. Visitors can connect with the personal stories of those who served and those who did not return.
Practical
The site is accessible to visitors year-round and floodlighting makes it visible even in the evening. Official remembrance ceremonies are regularly held here, so it is worth checking for local events before planning your visit.
Did you know?
Local residents themselves raised the funds to build this memorial, showing how deeply it matters to the community. This grassroots support makes it more than just a public monument, reflecting the personal connection people have to the history it preserves.
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