The Moscow triumphal gate, Triumphal gate in Moskovskaya Zastava district, Saint Petersburg, Russia.
The Moscow Triumphal Gate stands as a monumental neoclassical structure featuring twelve massive cast-iron columns supporting an ornate portico decorated with military trophies and sculptural reliefs.
Constructed between 1834 and 1838 by architect Vasily Stasov, the gate commemorates Russian military victories in the Russo-Turkish War of 1828 and was the world's largest cast-iron structure at its completion.
The monument serves as a symbol of Russian military prowess and national pride, featuring sculptural works by Boris Orlovsky that celebrate martial achievements through classical artistic expression.
Located at coordinates 59.8914° N and 30.3194° E, the site offers wheelchair accessibility and serves as a starting point for historical tours exploring Saint Petersburg's architectural heritage.
This structure was dismantled in 1936 during Stalin's era and its cast iron was repurposed for anti-tank defenses during World War II before being faithfully reconstructed in 1958-1960.
Location: округ Московская застава
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
GPS coordinates: 59.89140,30.31943
Latest update: July 25, 2025 20:40
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