Situated in Victory Square and intended to be the main focal point of the area, the Monument to the Heroic Defenders of Leningrad is a must see attraction for Russia tourists looking to find something to do that will shed some light on the country’s diverse and magnificent history. In particular, the monument pays tribute to those individuals in the city of Leningrad who resisted the occupation by the Nazis during the Second World War.
The monument consists of a tall obelisk on a base of broken rings that practically demands attention from quite a distance away. Behind the obelisk is a descending path that leads down into a depression lit by eternally burning gas torches, lights in remembrance of the fallen. In addition, the walls of the interior ring are adorned with engravings that depict some of the famous battles of the siege and resisted occupation, paying special tribute to the citizens of the city of Leningrad. A must see for tourists who want a unique perspective on the city’s culture and history.