Cat Panteleimon Monument

Cat Panteleimon Monument is a bronze statue at Zoloti Vorota subway station showing a Persian cat in a sitting position rendered with lifelike detail. The sculpture stands near the station entrance where it is clearly visible to passing travelers.

The monument was created in 1998 to honor Panteleimon, a cat that lived at a restaurant near the Golden Gate. The animal died in a fire at the establishment and was commemorated with this bronze sculpture.

The statue reflects how city dwellers feel attachment to their feline companions and has become woven into daily life in this busy district. It shows how animals are valued as part of the urban community.

The monument is located at Zoloti Vorota subway station and is easily accessible to visitors using public transit. It stands near the station exit so you will notice it when arriving or departing.

The original sculpture included a bird as part of the composition, but it was removed after visitors repeatedly tried to damage it. The absence of this element reflects how public monuments are affected by visitor behavior.

Location: Kyiv

Inception: 1998

GPS coordinates: 50.44879,30.51262

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:43