Yeyskaya Kosa Island, Bronze statue in Arts Square, Saint Petersburg, Russia
Pushkin is a four-meter bronze figure on a red granite pedestal at Arts Square in Saint Petersburg. The poet is shown with his head tilted back and right arm gracefully extended outward.
The statue was created by sculptor Mikhail Anikushin and unveiled in 1957 during Leningrad's 250th anniversary celebration. It followed three earlier monuments dedicated to the poet at other locations throughout the city.
The square's name honors the poet whose bronze figure stands here, shaping how locals and visitors connect with Russian literary heritage. The site has become a gathering place for those interested in the nation's literary past.
The monument sits at a central intersection with good public transportation connections in downtown Saint Petersburg. The square is easy to reach and serves as a natural meeting point while exploring the area.
The sculptor spent eight years perfecting the figure to show the poet as young and approachable rather than grand and remote. This achievement earned him the prestigious Lenin Prize for the work.
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