Monument to Peter I in Voronezh, Bronze statue in Petrovsky Garden, Voronezh, Russia
The Monument to Peter I in Voronezh shows the tsar in Preobrazhensky Regiment uniform, with one hand resting on an anchor and the other pointing toward Azov. The bronze statue stands in a public garden setting surrounded by pathways that wind through the grounds.
The original monument dating to 1860 was removed by German forces during World War II and later completely rebuilt. Its reconstruction was unveiled in 1956, restoring this important landmark after the war.
The statue has become an informal symbol of the city for many residents, representing the local connection to Peter's influence on the region. Visitors notice how the monument draws people who want to understand the city's ties to this historical figure.
The monument is easily accessible via marked pathways through the public garden that lead to central areas of the city. The location offers plenty of space to explore the surrounding grounds comfortably.
The sculptors used Peter's death mask as reference when creating the facial features of the statue. This allowed them to capture the historical ruler's appearance with remarkable accuracy.
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