Ufa is the heart of the Republic of Bashkortostan and one ofthe largest settlements of the Russian Federation. The city, founded in 1574, is among the champions in the number of green spaces. However, not only beautiful views, which are famous for the capital, attract tourists and are the pride of the locals. Monuments of Ufa are of interest to every lover of history. So which city monuments deserve special attention?
Monuments of Ufa: where to start
Not everyone knows that the capital of the RepublicBashkortostan is a kind of calling card. It is about such a magnificent structure as a monument to Salavat Yulaev. The address of the sights will be prompted by any local resident, it is located on the territory of the square named after Salavat Yulayev. This character played an important role in the history of the Bashkir people. Scientists still can not decide whether he was a criminal or a hero. The debate continues, but the popularity of the monument among the local population and visitors to the city remains consistently high.
The grand opening of the monument took place in 1967year A realistic, “living” structure, glorifying the image of a national hero, immediately eclipsed all other monuments of Ufa. The total weight of the monument has 40 tons, a heavier equestrian statue can not be found on the territory of the Russian Federation. An interesting monument and the fact that it has only three reference points at a ten-meter height. It is also worth knowing that the image of the statue was used to create the coat of arms of Bashkortostan.
Symbol of friendship
Another famous urban building -Monument of Friendship. Ufa acquired this monument when the 400th anniversary of Bashkiria’s accession to Russia, which occurred on a voluntary basis, was celebrated. Initially, the creators also wanted to place the Museum of Interethnic Friendship under this building, but the project was not implemented.
The monument towers on the mountain, which in the pasttimes decorated Ufa log fortress. Nowadays, this is Pervomayskaya Square, in the center of which the building is located. The height of the monument is 35 meters, the building has the shape of a sword, immersed with a handle in the ground. The form is chosen specifically, says about the peace concluded between representatives of two nationalities. The idea of friendship is underlined by two female figures, one of them, according to the creators, belongs to Bashkir, the other to Russian. Women offer each other wreaths as a sign of reconciliation.
Modern style
Of course, the pride of the inhabitants of the cityis not only a monument of friendship. Ufa has more modern monuments. As an example, we can give the building, called I love Ufa. As follows from the name of the monument, as well as the features of its appearance, it was used to explain the love for the "heart" of the Republic of Bashkortostan. It is easy to discover an amazing monument, it is located right behind the National Youth Theater, which is located on the Square of Two Fountains.
The art object is a combination ofthe name of the settlement in the Bashkir language, the English letter I and the heart sign. Musicians and artists like to arrange concerts near this building. Of course, next to a spectacular building in red and white, someone is constantly being photographed.
Original monument
Monuments located in the city,reflect not only its history, but also the atmosphere, lifestyle. The population pays maximum attention to upgrading the territory, maintaining cleanliness. It is not surprising that among all local monuments, the janitor’s monument plays a significant role. Ufa acquired this original statue only in 2007, you can see it on October Revolution Avenue, it is located right in front of the entrance to the Mir shopping center.
The monument is made of bronze, the total weight"Janitor" and his tools is 300 kg. The opening of the monument was timed to the 450th anniversary of the annexation of the Republic of Bashkortostan to Russia. The bronze janitor serves as a kind of reminder that city streets must remain clean and elegant.
Monument fountain
Среди необычных построек, расположенных на the territory of the city, a special place is occupied not only by the Monument to the janitor. Ufa also has such an original structure as the fountain “Seven Girls”, the grand opening of which took place in 2015.
The creators of the monument took inspiration fromancient Bashkir legend, dedicated to the history of seven girls taken prisoner. They managed to break free, but the chase was started after them. Beauties chose to drown in a deep-sea lake, refusing to become slaves again. The fountain, sparkling with colored lights in the evening, is located on the territory of the Theater Square, you can find it right in the center. Next to it is a large screen that serves to broadcast the recording of the dance of the same name.
What else to see
Посетив улицу Комарова и подойдя ко входу в парк Victory, you can see the memorial "Grieving mother." Ufa acquired this monument in October 2003. It was created to perpetuate the memory of warriors from Bashkiria, who courageously gave up their lives during local military conflicts.
Of course, others deserve attention.monuments of Ufa, for example, a monument to a firefighter. The opening of this monument took place in 2003, the ceremony was timed to the celebration of the Day of Fire Protection. The building reminds residents and visitors of the city about the feat of the representatives of the dangerous profession, who gave their lives during the rescue of people from the flames. Externally, the building looks like a stele, it is created from granite. In the center is a copper bell surrounded by flames. There is also a memorial plaque, which contains a list of all the firefighters of Ufa who died during the execution of their duties.
What other monuments of Ufa are the pride of thisa settlement? Once on the territory of the Ufa Meat Cannery, located on Tramvina Street, you can see the monument to the bull. It is said that, once looking at this amazing structure, it is easy once and for all to give up meat in favor of vegetarian food.
