Жариковский сквер

Zharikovsky Square is a downtown public garden in Vladivostok with walkways, benches, and planted areas arranged around a central memorial. The layout creates a contained space for movement and gathering within the urban landscape.

The site was originally a deep ravine owned by a merchant before becoming a public garden. A residence from that era still stands nearby on Svetlanskaya Street, preserving a link to the area's earlier period.

The memorial at the center honors Soviet passengers who died in 1953. The square serves as a place where locals encounter and reflect on this historical event in their daily routines.

The square sits in a central location near the Dalzavod transit stop, making it simple to reach by public transport. Cafes and restaurants surround the space, offering places to rest and eat while you visit.

In 2017, residents successfully opposed a plan to replace the square with a tunnel entrance to residential areas. This local action saved the garden from being erased by infrastructure development.