Monument to Saints Cyril and Methodius, Bronze monument in Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia
The Monument to Saints Cyril and Methodius presents two bronze figures in long robes, each holding religious texts and positioned on a pedestal inscribed with Old Slavonic writing. The work shows careful attention to detail in the portrayal of their formal, spiritual presence.
The monument was created by sculptor Vyacheslav Klykov and architect Yury Grigoryev, unveiled in 1992 during the Day of Slavic Writing. Its creation marked recognition of the brothers' role in developing the first Slavic alphabet and introducing Christianity to Slavic peoples in the 9th century.
The two brothers are depicted wearing traditional religious robes that reflect their spiritual mission among Slavic peoples. Their presence in this central Moscow location shows how deeply this heritage is valued in Russian culture today.
The monument sits in a public square near public transportation, making it easy to reach any time of year. Visitors can examine the bronze figures and the pedestal inscriptions freely without restrictions or special arrangements.
The pedestal contains spelling mistakes in its Old Slavonic inscriptions, including errors in key words. These imperfections remain visible to visitors and offer an unexpected detail about the monument's creation.
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