Motherland Monument

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:historical_monuments
gptkbp:accessibility open to the public
gptkbp:architect gptkb:Yevgeny_Vuchetich
gptkbp:art_style monumental sculpture
gptkbp:civic_engagement promotes civic engagement and awareness
gptkbp:community symbol of national identity
gptkbp:community_involvement represents strength of the nation
gptkbp:completed gptkb:1981
gptkbp:construction_started 1979-1981
gptkbp:cultural_debates discussions on Soviet legacy
gptkbp:cultural_events hosts various events
gptkbp:cultural_heritage National landmark
gptkbp:cultural_impact influences art and literature
gptkbp:cultural_representation gptkb:Soviet_Union
gptkbp:cultural_significance Ukrainian nationalism
gptkbp:educational_value teaches history of Ukraine
gptkbp:features gptkb:sword
gptkb:shield
gptkbp:height taller than Statue of Liberty
102 meters
gptkbp:height_of_shield 8 meters
gptkbp:height_of_sword 16 meters
gptkbp:historical_context gptkb:World_War_II
gptkbp:historical_significance commemorates WWII veterans
important to Kyiv residents
gptkbp:historical_tours included in historical tours of Kyiv
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Motherland Monument
gptkbp:inscription Glory to the heroes!
gptkbp:inspiration inspired other monuments
inspired by other Soviet monuments
gptkbp:international_recognition recognized globally as a landmark
gptkbp:landmark iconic landmark of Kyiv
gptkbp:lighting illuminated at night
gptkbp:location gptkb:Kyiv
gptkbp:maintenance managed by the state
gptkbp:material stainless steel
gptkbp:media_appearances featured in films and documentaries
gptkbp:nearby_attractions gptkb:Museum_of_the_Great_Patriotic_War
gptkbp:notable_artist gptkb:Vladimir_Shcherbina
gptkbp:parks Park of Eternal Glory
gptkbp:part_of National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War
gptkbp:photography popular photography spot
gptkbp:previous_name Motherland Calls!
gptkbp:public_perception mixed views on its symbolism
gptkbp:related_event Victory Day celebrations
gptkbp:renovation gptkb:2016
preservation of structure
gptkbp:style gptkb:Socialist_realism
gptkbp:surrounding_area gptkb:archaeological_site
gptkbp:surrounding_features fountains
gptkbp:symbol represents unity of the Ukrainian people
gptkbp:symbolizes Motherland
gptkbp:tourist_attraction popular among tourists
gptkbp:unveiled_on October 1981
gptkbp:viewpoint panoramic view of Kyiv
gptkbp:visitors attracts millions annually
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Kiev
gptkb:Kyiv
gptkb:Ukraine
gptkb:Dnieper
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4