Monument to miner, Historic monument in Miners Square, Donetsk, Ukraine
The Monument to Miner is a stone sculpture in Donetsk that honors the mining profession through detailed figurative representation. It stands as a permanent fixture marking the city's industrial past and the people who worked in the mines.
The monument was built in 1967 when coal mining was the driving force of the regional economy and daily life. It was created during the peak period of industrial development in the Donbas area.
The monument reflects how deeply mining shaped the identity of people living here, serving as a reminder of generations who made their lives underground. It stands as a symbol of the pride and sacrifice associated with this work.
The monument sits in a central plaza that is easy to locate and accessible for visitors exploring the city. The surrounding area offers good vantage points and serves as a natural gathering spot when touring the neighborhood.
The sculpture incorporates visual references to the tools and techniques miners actually used in their daily work underground. These design choices embed practical knowledge about real working conditions into the monument itself.
GPS coordinates: 48.03723,37.78221
Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:07
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