Monument to Taras Shevchenko

The Monument to Taras Shevchenko is a bronze statue in Mariupol showing the poet at his most creative period, dressed in traditional garments while holding manuscripts. A stone relief wall beside the statue represents key elements of Ukrainian literary heritage and cultural expression.

The monument was erected in 2001 by sculptor Alexander Vitryk as a tribute to Taras Shevchenko, an influential poet from 1814 to 1861. Shevchenko became a defining voice in Ukrainian letters during a period of significant political transformation in Eastern Europe.

The site reflects Shevchenko's role in strengthening Ukrainian language and identity through his poetry and writings. Visitors can sense how his work shaped cultural pride and literary expression across Ukraine.

The monument sits in central Mariupol and is easy to reach on foot, with informative plaques in Ukrainian and English. Daytime visits work best when sunlight highlights the statue and relief wall details.

The statue captures Shevchenko not as an idealized historical figure but in a moment of creative work, holding manuscripts in his hands. This portrayal lets visitors imagine the poet actually engaged in the act of writing.

Location: Mariupol

Inception: 2001

Creator: Вітрик Олександр Павлович

GPS coordinates: 47.10857,37.55301

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:07