Monument to Taras Shevchenko in Riga

The Monument to Taras Shevchenko stands near the Ukrainian Embassy in Riga, featuring a full-length bronze representation of the Ukrainian literary figure.

The monument, unveiled in November 2015, was financed through public donations totaling 85,000 euros from Ukrainians and other residents in Latvia.

The sculpture represents Taras Shevchenko, who shaped Ukrainian literature through his poetry and advocacy for national rights in the 19th century.

Located at coordinates 56.957677, 24.104005, the monument is accessible through Kronvald Park's main paths near the center of Riga.

The General Directorate for maintenance of foreign missions provided transportation support when local community funds proved insufficient for the task.

Location: Riga

Inception: November 9, 2015

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 56.95768,24.10401

Latest update: March 15, 2025 16:30