Sochi is the main resort on the Black Sea coast. So the feat of local doctors during the Great Patriotic War was marked by several memorial complexes and steles at once. In Sochi, eminent personalities improved their health and were engaged in creativity: Vysotsky, Ostrovsky, Gagarin are immortalized in granite and bronze.
The city's monuments can be traced back to the history of the city. For example, find out that without mosquito fish, the resort might not have developed to its current scale. In Sochi, there are places of the greatest concentration of monuments: Arts Square, Kurortny Prospekt and Arboretum. The sculptures here are works of monumental art. Some are even included in the register of cultural heritage sites.
Historical and modern monuments of Sochi
List of the most famous monuments and sculptures of the city.
Monument to Archangel Michael
A column with a crowning sculpture is installed on Kurortny Prospekt. Archangel Michael is considered the patron saint of Sochi. The main cathedral of the city is named after him. The statue of the head of the Heavenly Host was cast in Belarus. He took his current place in 2006. Nearby is the burial place of soldiers who died defending a fort named Alexandria. This defensive redoubt later became the citadel of Sochi.
Heroes of the film "The Diamond Arm"
The shooting of Gaidai's film "The Diamond Arm" took place in the city and its suburbs. In 2010, this event was immortalized with a monument. The work on the composition took six months. In total, about 60 tons of bronze were used to make the sculptures. While you can take pictures next to the Gorbunkov family, Lelik and Gosha. However, the authorities plan to add new characters and scenes from the motion picture.
Zavokzalny memorial complex
The name is derived from the area where the attraction is located. In the past, those who died during the Great Patriotic War were buried in this place. The cemetery was liquidated in the 70s. And in 1985, the territory was formalized into a memorial. Memorial plaques are arranged in a semicircle, the names of the heroes are carved on them. In total, about 2,000 soldiers are buried here. An eternal flame is burning in the central part of the complex.
"Prometheus"
The legend of Prometheus has several versions. They differ from each other in details. According to one of them, the hero of the ancient Greek myth was chained precisely to the Eagle Rocks of Sochi. The hills are not visible from the sea, which does not correspond to the legend, but this does not bother tourists. To draw additional attention to the area, a statue of Prometheus was installed here in 1998. The author of the project was the sculptor A. Kapralov.
Monument to Stalin, Roosevelt and Churchill
The composition was created on the basis of a snapshot from the post-war conference. The Israeli sculptor F. Meisler worked on the creation of the monument in his homeland. The sculptures of Roosevelt, Stalin and Churchill were transported to Sochi and installed on the territory of the Krasmashevsky sanatorium in 2008. The Museum of History is open nearby. Its main exhibits are paintings, ammunition, orders and medals of the countries of the anti-Hitler coalition.
Monument to V.I.Lenin
The opening was timed to coincide with the 40th anniversary of the Great October Revolution. A full-length sculpture of Lenin has stood on a high pedestal in the city center since 1957. The sculptural project belongs to Z. Vilensky, and L. Rudnev became the architect. The place was a cult place for meetings with veterans, events of Komsomol organizations and ceremonies for admission to the pioneers. Now representatives of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation are gathering here for their actions.
Monument to V. Lenin
Installed near the entrance to the Riviera Park in 1980. A massive wall with a mosaic portrait of the leader of the world proletariat appeared in the city in honor of the 110th anniversary of Lenin. The author of the project is artist T. Jolagonia. And the sculptors Yu. Krasovsky and S. Sverdlov brought the idea to life. The weight of the monument is over 100 tons. In the recent past, the landmark was depicted on postcards with views of the city.
Monument to Peter I
Opened near the sea pier in 2008. The location was chosen due to a number of factors. Peter I founded the Russian fleet, and Sochi is the southernmost port of the state. A bronze figure of the emperor was cast in Minsk. Its height is 3.4 meters, and the entire monument is 5.5 meters high and weighs 5 tons. The Sochi sculptors V. Zvonov and A. Butaev took about 4 months to work. Peter I against the backdrop of palm trees - a combination that attracts tourists.
Monument to V.S.Vysotsky
The opening was timed to coincide with the celebration of the city day in 2011. Bronze Vysotsky with his guitar lowered in his hand stands at the Festivalny Concert Hall. The sculptor P. Khrisanov portrayed the artist as modest and even inconspicuous. There is no playground or specially designed area around. The monument is located slightly away from the footpaths, without interfering with traffic. It is believed that Vysotsky has been here several times.
Monument to N.A.Ostrovsky
Sochi occupies a special place in Ostrovsky's biography. Due to illness, the writer moved here, his main works were written here. They decided to perpetuate the memory of Ostrovsky in the 70s. The project of the Leningrad group of sculptors was approved. The work on the monument was completed by 1979, at the same time it was installed in the park of Kurortny Prospekt. The height of the monument with a pedestal is about 10 meters.
"Feat in the name of life"
The memorial was laid in 1974, and opened only in 1995. It is located not far from Kurortny prospect. The main part of the complex is a steel arch and sculptures of doctors at its base. The monument is dedicated to doctors and nurses who, during the Great Patriotic War, saved the wounded, sometimes at the cost of their lives. In total, the staff of the local hospital cured about half a million people during the war years.
"Matsesta"
With the help of this monument, the sculptor I. Gusleva in the 60s of the last century tried to create the "face" of the balneological resort known throughout the country. Local light sandstone was used as material. The image of a mountainous girl is as if carved out of a rock by nature itself, although it is man-made. Since 2016, the composition has been included in the register of cultural heritage sites of the region.
Monument to Mikhail Lazarev
The bust of the famous general was installed near the railway station in the Lazarevsky district in 1954. Its author is the sculptor I. Shmagun. Lazarev's biography includes travel around the world, the discovery of Antarctica, participation in battles on the Azov ship and the command of the Black Sea Fleet. In the 90s, under pressure from some ethnic groups, the monument was removed. However, already in 2003 he took his usual place.
Tourist monument
The bronze traveler appeared on Kurortny Prospekt in the 90s of the XX century. He was in demand among vacationers as a model for joint photo shoots and "worn out". In 2008, under the supervision of the sculptor P. Khrisanov, the monument was restored. He became taller and slimmer, received new clothing items, as well as several additional attributes. For example, a camera around your neck and a large wallet on your belt.
Monument to Peter and Fevronia
Peter and Fevronia are a symbol of family happiness, loyalty and sincere feelings. He, being a Murom prince, renounced wealth and power for the sake of love for a commoner. The opening ceremony of the composition in 2009 was attended by married couples who have been married for over 40 years. The place of installation is also symbolic - the Central Registry Office of the city. The height of the monument is more than 3 meters, and its weight is 3 thousand kg.
"Lieutenant Rzhevsky"
The monument was made by order of the owner of the hotel of the same name. It was installed in 2017 in front of the gates of the establishment. The author of the monument K. Gilev created the image of the future sculpture, reading anecdotes and stories about the adventures of the lieutenant. Rzhevsky sits on a parade bench and playfully twirls his mustache. There is enough free space next to it for those who want to take an interesting photo with a colorful character.
Monument to mosquito fish
At the beginning of the 20th century, malaria mosquitoes were found on the site of present-day Sochi. It was possible to get rid of them only by breeding mosquito fish. She was brought here by order of the Minister of Health Semashko. Mosquito larvae are the favorite food of mosquitoes. Therefore, since 1956, not a single case of malaria has been recorded, and the resort has been able to develop. The fish monument stands next to the Artlar cafe.
"Sochi - the city bearer of the order"
The stele was opened in 1982 and dedicated to the feat of Sochi doctors during the Great Patriotic War. Local artists Y. Marchenko and V. Oleinik were responsible for its creation. In 2005, the facing of the monument was changed: from white marble to red granite. This was done for greater compatibility with the building of the main post office, which had been restored earlier. The stele is 15 meters high, it has five sides and is surrounded by a metal band.
"Neptune"
The monument was erected in 2006 near the "Primorsky" beach on the Central city embankment. The height of "Neptune" is about 3 meters. At a certain point of view, it seems as if the god of the sea is emerging from the water. In the past, there was a wooden sculpture in this place, but over time it became inadequate and required replacement for a more durable structure. Next to the monument, the "Neptune Festival" is held annually.
"Sochi teacher"
The monument was opened in 2008 and dedicated to Maria Bykova. This teacher opened the first school in Sochi with her own money. The building itself has not survived. A commemorative plaque was installed in the courtyard of a nearby school in the same year. The sculptural composition consists of a teacher and three students. Before the start of the school year, schoolchildren and students come here to touch the monument for good luck.
Monument to fathers with many children
Location - Arts Square. It took only 15 days from the moment of project approval to its installation. The opening took place in 2010. The sculptural group is a father-owl, dressed in a tailcoat, and his three chicks. The author of the monument, Elina Baranskaya, gave her project a special meaning. The appearance of three cubs at once in owls is a great rarity. It is also rare to meet fathers with many children who are exclusively engaged in raising children.
"Fly Tsokotukha"
Inaugurated in 2011. The monument consists of two parts. The first is a cut pumpkin, the second is a disproportionately large piece of it, which has become a bench. A. Butaev and V. Zvonov were responsible for the project. The author of the very sculpture of a fly sitting on the edge of the bench was A. Khalafyan. According to the plot of the poem, a fly holds a coin in its paws. The location of the monument makes it a good place for photo sessions.
"Anchor and Cannon"
The sculptural composition appeared on the streets of Sochi in 1913. It consists of two elements. The ship's cannon was cast at the Alexandrovsky plant from cast iron. The anchor was made at the Votkinsk plant and used on the corvette until it sank. The monument is dedicated to both the foundation of Sochi and the military victories of the state. This is written on a plate attached to one side of the pedestal.
"The Golden Fleece"
The monument was erected on the Arts Square in 2008. The composition consists of a golden skin of a ram and a dragon that protects it, stretched between small arches. The authors of the monument considered that the real story of the raids on the Black Sea coast lies at the heart of the myth about the fleece. The author of the project P. Khrisanov decided to portray this in an allegorical form. The weight of the composition is 5 tons, and the skin is gilded.
"Thumbelina"
The monument can be found in the alley of the Riviera Park. The opening took place in 2006. The composition was based on sketches by A. Butaev and V. Zvonov. Their Thumbelina is a sculpture with delicate features. A snow-white girl with small wings sits on "asleep" flowers, the petals of which are bent down. The parameters of the constituent parts of the monument remind that in the fairy tale Thumbelina was miniature.
Monument to Alexander Bestuzhev-Marlinsky
It has been located in the park of the same name since 1957. The reason for the opening of the monument is the 120th anniversary of the death of the writer. Bestuzhev-Marlinsky for his participation in the Decembrist movement was exiled to the Caucasus in the rank of private. Here he created his main works. A bronze bas-relief of a literary man protrudes from a stone block, and a commemorative plaque is placed below. The sculptor was S. Tretyakov.
Monument to Maxim Gorky
Installed on the street named after the writer in 1950. Gorky repeatedly visited the Krasnodar Territory, rested, participated in the construction of a local highway, and also arranged long hikes. Here, notes were made for future works, and inspiration was drawn. The monument was created according to the sketches of A. Kolobov from concrete reinforced with reinforcement. Gorky is depicted in full growth.
Monument to Yuri Gagarin
It is located on the street of the same name opposite the park of the same name. Gagarin is the first person to fly into space. After returning to Earth, he spent some time in Sochi, improving his health. In honor of this event, a marble bust of the pilot-cosmonaut appeared. It was installed in 1975. Initially, the monument was located on the other side of the street. Nearby, there was a cedar tree planted by Gagarin.
Arrow Breaker
The monument symbolizes the desire for world peace. The reinforced concrete statue is part of a special city development plan. The horse reared up, and the girl breaks arrows over her head. The monument stands on a high pedestal. It is dated 1976 and is located on Tsvetnoy Boulevard. The author of the project is the local sculptor V. Glukhov. Residents were initially against this image, but over time they got used to it.
"Adam and Eve"
The object of monumental art was created by the famous sculptor Z. Tsereteli. The monument was erected in the Sochi Arboretum in the 1970s. Nearby there is a picturesque small pond and gazebos. From them, "Adam and Eve" is perfectly visible, as well as waterfowl and a planting of bamboo. The monument is unusual, the features of the heroes of the biblical legend are devoid of subtlety. This bulky statue in many ways attracts lovers of photo shoots.
