Kurtatinski Askerleri Anıtı, Military memorial in Kurtat Gorge, North Ossetia-Alania, Russia.
The monument features a sculpture of a horse mourning its fallen rider, standing prominently against the mountainous landscape of the Caucasus region.
The memorial, unveiled on May 9, 1971, commemorates soldiers from the Kurtat Gorge who lost their lives during the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945.
Created by Ossetian sculptor Daurbek Tsoraev, the monument represents the collective grief of Ossetia through the symbol of a loyal horse.
The memorial stands near the road by Upper Fiagdon village, with coordinates 42°50′26″N 44°18′46″E, making it accessible to visitors exploring the gorge.
The memorial's location in the Kurtat Gorge provides views of the surrounding mountains while serving as a gathering place for poetry readings and ceremonies.
GPS coordinates: 42.84060,44.31264
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:44
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