Statue of Volodymyr Vernadsky

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Statue of Volodymyr Vernadsky, Bronze monument near Ukrainian Academy of Sciences in Kyiv, Ukraine.

The Statue of Volodymyr Vernadsky depicts the scientist standing upright in bronze, crafted by sculptor Alexander Skoblikov and architect Anatoly Ignashchenko. It stands near the Ukrainian Academy of Sciences building in central Kyiv.

The scientist founded the Ukrainian Academy of Sciences in 1918 and shaped research in geochemistry and mineralogy. The monument was erected in 1981 to honor his legacy in Ukraine's scientific development.

The statue honors one of Ukraine's most influential scientists and stands in the heart of the city's academic district. Visitors can sense the importance this researcher held for the country's scientific advancement.

The monument is located in the academic district and is accessible via public transportation serving the Academy of Sciences area. The site offers clear views and is easily reached on foot for visitors exploring the neighborhood.

The monument overlooks the Dnipro River, connecting the scientist's environmental research with the natural landscape. This location reflects the link between his scientific thinking and Ukraine's natural world.

Location: Kyiv

Inception: 1981

Architects: Anatoly Ignashchenko

Creator: Alexander Pavlovich Skoblikov

GPS coordinates: 50.45741,30.37882

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:26

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