Kirill of Turov monument

The Kirill of Turov monument is a bronze statue in a Gomel park depicting a medieval religious leader holding a prayer scroll. The figure stands on a granite base positioned near a major cultural theater in the city.

The monument was erected in 2004 to honor a 12th-century thinker who wrote numerous religious texts. These works are among the important written sources from medieval times in the region.

The statue honors a medieval religious thinker whose writings shaped the region's intellectual life. Visitors standing before it can sense the connection between this historical figure and local identity today.

The monument sits in a park where it is easy to reach on foot and serves as a clear landmark. The location works well for spending time and offers a quiet spot in the middle of the city.

The monument's dedication was timed to coincide with a national day celebrating literature and written culture. This connection highlights the importance of the original figure's work to the nation's writing tradition.

Location: Gomel

Architects: Mikalai Zhloba

Creator: Lev Gumilevsky, Sergei L. Gumilevsky

Official opening: September 4, 2004

Made from material: bronze, granite

GPS coordinates: 52.42523,31.01400

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:01