Monument to Feodor Chaliapin

The Monument to Feodor Chaliapin is a bronze statue on Lenin Street in Ufa that depicts the singer leaning against a tree. Symbolic roots at the base emphasize his deep connection to his homeland.

Sculptor Rustem Khasanov created this monument in 2007 to honor the Russian opera singer who performed at the Ufa theater early in his career. The work commemorates an artist whose beginnings were closely tied to this city.

The statue stands near the Bashkir Opera and Ballet Theatre, marking where the singer gave some of his first performances. Visitors can sense how important this theater was for the beginning of his artistic path.

The monument is located directly in front of the Ufa State Academy of Arts on Lenin Street and is easy to find. The surrounding area is pedestrian-friendly and can be combined easily with walks through the city.

The statue captures the singer in his youth, frozen in a moment of anticipation and nervousness before a performance. This gives the monument a deeply human quality that goes beyond typical heroic commemoration.

Location: Ufa

Location: Lenin Street

Inception: 2006

GPS coordinates: 55.72230,55.94565

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:40