Salizniak and Gonta memorial

The Salizniak and Gonta memorial is a monument structure in Uman that commemorates two historical figures who led resistance movements. The site displays information helping visitors understand the context and scale of what these leaders accomplished.

In the late 18th century, two leaders mobilized followers against the Polish nobility who controlled the region and its resources. This rebellion became a turning point that shaped how people remembered resistance in the centuries that followed.

The memorial honors two leaders whose resistance shaped how Ukrainians understood their own struggle for self-determination in the region. People visit to connect with this important chapter of their national story.

The memorial is located in central Uman and easy to reach on foot. Visitors should plan time to read through the informational displays at their own pace and get a full picture of the historical context.

The rebellion these two figures led later inspired poems, novels, and stories that kept their memory alive for generations. This literary tradition transformed their actions into a lasting part of national consciousness.

GPS coordinates: 48.74362,30.23068

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:07