Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, War memorial in Park of Eternal Glory, Kyiv, Ukraine
The memorial features a 27-meter granite obelisk and an eternal flame burning at the base, marking the final resting place of unidentified soldiers.
The monument opened on November 6, 1957, during the anniversary of the October Revolution, commemorating soldiers who died in World War II.
The State Protocol Department requires international dignitaries to lay wreaths at the memorial during official visits to demonstrate respect for fallen soldiers.
The memorial maintains daily operations with ceremonial guard changes, allowing visitors to observe military traditions throughout the year.
The site contains soil from multiple hero cities, including Leningrad, Minsk, and Stalingrad, connecting different locations affected by World War II.
Location: Kyiv
Inception: November 6, 1957
Height: 2,700 cm
GPS coordinates: 50.43912,30.55324
Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:36
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