Monument to Catherine II of Russia, Saint Petersburg
Monument to Catherine II of Russia, Saint Petersburg, Bronze sculpture in Ostrovsky Square, Saint Petersburg, Russia
The Monument to Catherine II stands on Ostrovsky Square and depicts the empress in a bronze statue rising from a bell-shaped pedestal. She wears an imperial mantle with flowing folds and is surrounded by nine historical figures positioned at the base.
The monument was built in 1873 to honor Catherine II's legacy. It was created decades after her reign ended, serving as a lasting tribute to her impact on Russian history.
The figures surrounding the base represent people who played important roles during Catherine II's reign. Visitors can observe these bronze characters and learn about the individuals who shaped her era.
The square sits in the city center between the Russian National Library and the Alexandrinsky Theatre, making it easy to find and reach on foot. The area is walkable from many directions and the monument serves as a natural gathering point.
The pedestal displays symbols representing science, arts, agriculture, and military affairs, with a book inscribed with the word Law carved into it. These elements reveal what the empress represented in collective memory.
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