Anne of Kiev, Bronze memorial statue in Andriyivsky Descent, Kyiv, Ukraine.
Description
Anne of Kiev is a bronze statue located on Andriyivsky Descent near Saint Andrew's Church, showing a young medieval woman in traditional dress. The sculpture marks a significant historical figure whose life connected two important kingdoms of the medieval world.
History
The statue was installed in 2016 to honor a woman who became queen of a major European kingdom in the 11th century. Her marriage in 1051 created a direct link between the medieval powers of Eastern Europe and Western Europe.
Culture
The statue connects visitors to a key figure in medieval relations between two distant regions. Standing here, you see how one woman's life bridged two important kingdoms and their traditions.
Practical
The memorial is located in a walkable historic district with many nearby attractions to explore. Visitors can easily spend time looking at surrounding sites including churches, museums, and local craft shops.
Did you know?
The statue shows her holding a small model of Saint Sophia Cathedral, reflecting her education at one of medieval Europe's first schools for women. This detail makes the sculpture itself tell a story about education and opportunity.
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