Tatchanka monument, Military monument at southern entrance of Rostov-on-Don, Russia
The Tatchanka monument is a copper-clad sculpture at the southern entrance of Rostov-on-Don depicting four galloping horses pulling a combat cart with mounted machine guns and soldiers in fighting positions. The composition captures a scene from a specific period of military conflict with detailed figures in action.
The monument was unveiled in 1977 and commemorates the battles between the First Cavalry Army and General Denikin's forces in January 1920. This confrontation was a pivotal moment in the Russian Civil War that shaped the region.
The monument depicts the tachanka, a horse-drawn cart that became a symbol of the Red Army during the Russian Civil War. Visitors can observe how this vehicle type was immortalized in Soviet memorial culture.
The monument stands on a small hill and is visible from several directions along the Don River banks, making it easy to locate. The best overview comes from various viewpoints near the monument's location.
The structure was designed by sculptor A. Sknarin and features a hollow gypsum core covered with copper sheets for durability. This construction method allowed for a large monument that could withstand the elements.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
