Alexander Column

The Alexander Column stands on the Winter Palace Square in St. Petersburg. It was built by Tsar Alexander in 1834 to commemorate the victory of the Russian-French War in 1812. The bronze base of the marble column is engraved with exquisite reliefs representing glory, dreams and victory. The marble column is 35 meters high. Top is the bronze angel statue.

Located on the palace square of St. Petersburg, surrounded by the headquarters of the General Staff and the Winter Palace, the columns are made of marble materials, 35 meters high, weigh 600 tons, and integrate with the surrounding buildings. It is also a favorite attraction for tourists.

The Alexander Column stands in the center of the Winter Palace Square in St. Petersburg. It was built by Tsar Alexander in 1834 to commemorate the victory of the Russian-French War in 1812. The marble column in the middle of the Alexander Column is 35 meters high and weighs 600 tons. It is a complete marble. The bronze angel at the top steps on the snake, symbolizing victory over the enemy. The relief of the marble pillar bronze base represents honor, glory and victory. Surprisingly, the monument has no foundation, and the marble columns, base and top bronze angel statues have no fixed support points, which are kept completely by gravity.

This is also a scenic spot with a very high rate of appearance. Most of them say that it stands on its own. It took me half a day to understand that in fact, there is no base to fix it. To put it plainly, there is only a whole stone. Speaking so high, but also facing the snow in Siberia, it seems that a bit heavier will be more stable ah. This tower should be called the Victory Memorial Tower of the Patriotic War. By the way, take a look at the Winter Palace Scenic Area.

Just in the middle of the Winter Palace Square, it is an absolute landmark. The guide written on the Internet said that it is recommended to buy some bread to eat in the Winter Palace, otherwise you will be hungry if you can't see it for a long time. The result is that the water is not allowed to bring it. The bread is brought in and you can't eat it. I didn't see anyone eating it. I guess I won't let it. It may be the off-season, there is no long queue for ticket purchases, and the ticket machine is very convenient for self-service!

Walking into the square at the first glance, you can see this tall and cloudy statue of the flying Tung with a cross at the top. Close to a look, amazing, the foundation is a square granite head, relief on all sides clear and beautiful. It holds a 47-meter-high bronze pillar and stands tall in the square for hundreds of years. Looking up again, admiration sprang up. The "Alexander Memorial Column" is tall and magnificent, adding infinite magnificence to the square.