Memorial to Admiral P.S. Nakhimov

The Memorial to Admiral P.S. Nakhimov is a bronze statue situated on Nakhimov Square in Sevastopol overlooking the Black Sea harbor. The figure depicts the admiral in military dress, holding binoculars and standing atop a granite pedestal.

The memorial was erected in 1959 at the exact location where Admiral Nakhimov received fatal wounds during the Siege of Sevastopol in 1855. Its placement commemorates the moment when the naval leader fell defending the city.

This memorial serves as a gathering place where locals pause to honor the city's naval defenders. Military ceremonies and remembrance events take place here throughout the year, making it a focal point for the community's connection to its maritime past.

The square is easily accessible by local bus routes that serve the area directly. Visitors interested in learning more can find detailed information at the nearby Black Sea Fleet Museum, which complements the memorial experience.

The granite base of the memorial contains soil from four cities connected to Nakhimov's life: Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Kronstadt, and Sevastopol. This blending of earth from different places creates a symbolic link to his entire career.

GPS coordinates: 44.61659,33.52534

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:03