Monument of Liberty, Freedom monument in central square, Ruse, Bulgaria
Description
Monument of Liberty is an early 20th-century sculpture showing a female figure holding a sword, with two bronze lions positioned at the base. The entire structure rises approximately 17.8 meters and stands in central Freedom Square in Ruse.
History
The monument was erected in 1909, financed by public donations of around 150,000 leva to honor liberation from foreign rule. This project replaced an earlier plan to commemorate Russian Tsar Alexander II.
Culture
The female figure at the center represents the spirit of freedom and independence, standing prominently in the square as locals and visitors pass by daily. Her gaze and posture attract people who stop to look up and contemplate the monument's meaning in the context of the city.
Practical
The monument stands at Freedom Square in the city center and serves as a natural reference point for navigation in Ruse. The plaza is easy to reach on foot and provides plenty of space to walk around and take photographs.
Did you know?
The monument was designed by Italian sculptor Arnoldo Zocchi and became so central to the city's identity that it appears on Ruse's coat of arms. This reflects how deeply the work is woven into the city's sense of self.
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