First Homelanian Monument

Sculptural composition "Boatman" created by Vyacheslav Dolgov in 2008 is installed on the bank of the Soz River in Gomel. It is a monument to the first local inhabitant symbolizing the city's foundation. Nearby a person is depicted with a lynx, adding special atmosphere to the composition. "Boatman" has become a popular modern attraction of the riverside.