Monument to Kuzebay Gerd

The Monument to Kuzebay Gerd is a bronze statue depicting the writer in a reflective pose, mounted on a granite pedestal at Revolution Square in central Izhevsk. The site features benches and information panels positioned around a small park area where visitors can learn more about his life and work.

Kuzebay Gerd was executed in 1937 during political repression but received full rehabilitation in 1958, leading to recognition of his literary contributions. The monument commemorates both his significance as a writer and the restoration of his legacy after decades of suppression.

The monument honors a key figure of Udmurt literature who wrote in both Russian and Udmurt languages while championing education in native tongues. It reflects the region's commitment to preserving its linguistic and cultural identity through the work of writers and thinkers.

The site is easily accessible from the central square and offers open spaces to sit and explore at your own pace. Visitors can stop by at any time and spend as much time as they wish without needing to plan ahead.

The monument stands close to the National Museum of Udmurt Republic, which houses over 200,000 artifacts spanning the region's history and heritage. This proximity allows visitors to move from honoring an individual writer to understanding the broader cultural context that shaped his work.