Peter I Monument in Taganrog

The Peter I Monument depicts the young emperor in the uniform of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, holding a spyglass as he stands on a massive granite pedestal. The bronze figure overlooks the harbor area and is surrounded by walkways and green spaces.

The monument was commissioned in 1898 to mark the city's 200th anniversary and unveiled in 1903 after being cast in bronze workshops in Paris. The sculptor Mark Antokolski created the work to honor the emperor's connection to the city.

The statue depicts Peter I in an officer's uniform and connects him directly to the development of Taganrog's port. The figure stands as a tribute to the emperor's role in the city's maritime story.

The monument stands in a plaza near the harbor, making it easy to spot from various angles and distances. Visitors benefit most from visiting during early morning or late afternoon when the area is less crowded and the light is best for photographs.

The statue traveled through the city during its lifetime, spending time in a library vestibule and a regional museum before finding its way back to the harbor area. These relocations reflect the changing use of public spaces and the monument's journey to its current permanent location.

Location: Taganrog

Inception: 1872

Architects: Boris Edwards

Creator: Mark Antokolski

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 47.20500,38.94639

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:44