A monument to Pushkin, Odessa

The monument to Pushkin in Odessa appeared in the late 19th century. It was established in 1889 in the central part of the means of concerned citizens and admirers of Pushkin. Long-term training in collecting the financial component to the cast of the monument took more than a decade. The main initiator of the construction was Slavic Benevolent Society, celebrated annually Days of Remembrance of the poet. They also announced a large-scale competition for the best model of the monument. Choosing the right option took several years that has caused a rise in prices for materials for the monument. Eventually, half of the money was allocated by the city authorities, which significantly accelerated the construction of long-cherished ideas.

The essence of the architectural composition is a bronze bust, artfully decorated with nautical theme. He is the third in Odessa monument to Pushkin. This is due to the fact that the writer lived in the city during 1824. Also worth seeing monument sculpture of Pushkin and art object called "Shadow of Pushkin" .