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The Good Soldier Švejk monument depicts a military figure in a relaxed stance, wearing a uniform and holding a characteristic expression on his face.

The memorial was installed to honor the character from Jaroslav Hašek's 1921 novel about a soldier's experiences during World War I.

This monument represents the Czech literary tradition in Russia, connecting two cultures through the character of Švejk from the unfinished satirical novel.

Visitors can find the bronze statue at coordinates 59.8304046, 30.3775338, near other cultural landmarks in the southern part of Saint Petersburg.

Local students gather at this memorial before examinations, following a tradition of touching the statue for academic success.

GPS coordinates: 59.83040,30.37753

Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:52