Monument of Eternal Glory, Zhitomir

Not sure what to see in Zhytomyr? Monument of Eternal Glory, which shows all the Zhytomyr and park, located nearby, is a place that is worth a visit.

History of the Monument of Eternal Glory

In honor of the 34 anniversary of victory in World War II monument in Zhitomir appeared eternal glory. The place for the monument elected to increase, so it is visible from all points of the city. May 9, 1979 opening ceremony. Ivanov architects and sculptors of Ignashchenko Husydom Kolomijtsev and created a 37 meter column cylindrical shape. Made a monument with labradorite. Column topped by a bronze sculpture depicting a Red Army soldier, a partisan and a girl standing backs to each other. At the foot of the monument in a fifth star burns the eternal flame.

Along the broad avenue leading to the monument, located on the sides of artillery guns of World. Every year on May 9 veterans converge here, and all the inhabitants indifferent to commemorate those killed in the fierce fighting. Around the monument is titled park with observation decks and lots of places for photo sessions.

Interesting Facts

The local residents there is an interesting tradition - young couple after marriage in a registry office sent to the monument to lay flowers at the foot.

How to get there

The monument is located on the street Chernyakhovsky the river Grouse, from the street begins wide avenue, near the parking lot is located.

Public transport takes you to the "Monument of Glory" bus number 3, 25, 30, 44 or trolleybus number 5A, 9, 15A.