Monument to Taras Shevchenko, Bronze memorial statue in Mariupol, Ukraine.
The bronze statue depicts Taras Shevchenko with a stone relief wall that represents fundamental elements of Ukrainian identity and literature.
Created by sculptor Alexander Vitryk and inaugurated in 2001, this monument pays tribute to the influential Ukrainian poet who lived from 1814 to 1861.
The memorial serves as a center for Ukrainian cultural gatherings, poetry readings, and commemorative events throughout the calendar year.
Located in a central area of Mariupol, the monument includes informative plaques in both Ukrainian and English describing Shevchenko's contributions.
The statue portrays Shevchenko at his most productive age, wearing traditional clothing and holding manuscripts that symbolize his literary achievements.
Location: Mariupol
Inception: 2001
Creator: Вітрик Олександр Павлович
GPS coordinates: 47.10857,37.55301
Latest update: March 3, 2025 17:30
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