A.S. Pushkin, Memorial bust in central Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.
The A.S. Pushkin memorial is a bronze bust of the Russian poet positioned in front of the Pushkinskiy Theatre in central Ashgabat. The sculpture displays detailed facial features and sits within a maintained garden area adjacent to the theater.
The bust was created by sculptor Gavriil Schultz and embodies the cultural connections between Russia and Turkmenistan during the 20th century. The memorial emerged from a desire to recognize the significant influence of Russian culture and literature in the region.
The bust honors the importance of Russian literature in the city's cultural life and draws readers who engage with Pushkin's works. The site serves as a gathering place for those interested in classic poetry and language heritage.
The memorial is located at an easily accessible spot in front of the Pushkinskiy Theatre, reachable by taxi. The bust sits in an open garden area, making visits possible at any time of year and throughout the day.
The poet's bust was carefully integrated into the city's urban space and forms an important point on the route of literary sites in Ashgabat. Visitors often overlook how this sculpture and the theater building create a unified ensemble that brings together the importance of literature and stage.
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