Park of Glory

Slava Park is one of the most beautiful places in Kherson, a true memorial complex founded in difficult Soviet times. The expansive park enchants every visitor, opening up an incredible panorama of the Dnipro. The park ensemble begins with a T-34 tank, a true participant in wartime events, a hero that saved many lives from enemy attacks. In addition to it, the complex includes a monument to the city’s liberators. It is depicted as an allegorical image of a girl who holds a wreath above her head, symbolizing the courage and glory of the warriors who liberated Kherson from the invaders. The monument is set on a tall column. At its foot is the grave of the Unknown Soldier with a symbolic Eternal Flame.

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Slava Park is not only a reminder of Ukraine’s sorrowful times; it is a favorite place for walks for the city’s residents. It is an example of landscape gardening and park art that leaves no one indifferent.

Interesting facts:

• The Soviet authorities allowed a monument dedicated to the victorious warriors to be erected, but they expected it to be an image of a brave man with a sword, whereas in fact a fragile Ukrainian woman appeared instead.
• In Slava Park there is a monument to the Mourning Mother, kneeling with an icon. This monument honors the memory of 65 Kherson residents who died during the war in Afghanistan.
• City residents have nicknamed the park Areshtanka. There is a legend that this name comes from the place where arrested prisoners were taken to bathe.