Monument to Ivan Kotliarevskyi, Bronze memorial in Poltava, Ukraine.
The Monument to Ivan Kotliarevskyi is a bronze statue mounted on a granite base located in central Poltava. The figure portrays the writer in realistic detail and commands the space where it stands.
The memorial was erected in 1903 to honor Kotliarevskyi's role as founder of modern Ukrainian literature. Its creation marked an important moment for recognizing Ukrainian culture and language in the region.
The monument draws writers and cultural figures who gather here to honor the literary tradition it represents. The location has become a natural meeting point for people connected to Ukrainian language and letters.
The monument is located along Kotliarevskyi Street in central Poltava and is easy to reach on foot. The site is accessible year-round and can be visited at any time of day.
The 1903 inauguration brought together leading Ukrainian writers including Lesia Ukrainka, making it a major gathering of the literary world. This assembly of artists and thinkers underscores the cultural weight Kotliarevskyi held in Ukrainian society.
GPS coordinates: 49.58571,34.55431
Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:03
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