Soviet War Memorial in Tiergarten

Soviet War Memorial in Tiergarten

The Soviet War Memorial is located in Berlin's Tiergarten Park and is one of the few memorials in the city. Built by the former Soviet Union, it commemorates over 80,000 Soviet soldiers who died during the Battle of Berlin in 1945 in World War II.

The Soviet War Memorial was built in 1945, shortly after the occupation of Berlin. Initially, the memorial stood amid the ruins, and once the park was developed, it became surrounded by dense trees. Beneath the monument is a sculptural colonnade, topped with statues of Soviet soldiers. In front, two ML-20 artillery guns and two T-34 tanks are placed. The sculptures feature Cyrillic inscriptions, with valiant Soviet soldiers shouldering rifles and gazing into the distance, exuding an air of unwavering confidence in victory. The Soviet War Memorial also serves as a venue for commemorative events. On May 8th each year, Europe’s Victory Day, a wreath-laying ceremony is held to honor the great soldiers who gave their lives for peace.

Soviet War Memorial (Tiergarten)

Why go: One of the most impressive memorials in Berlin

Continent: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region: Germany[Germany]

State/Province: Berlin State [Berlin]

City: Berlin [Berlin]