Three Bayonets Memorial Complex

Memorial Complex "Three Bayonets" is situated in the historical center of Vitebsk. It was opened in 1974 and dedicated to the liberation of Vitebsk region from fascists. The central part of the composition consists of three tall obelisks symbolizing bayonets. On the memorial site there are ten pylons with commemorative dates of World War II. There is also a composition with Eternal Flame. The memorial is below the level of Victory Square and is known among locals as "Three Bayonets" or "Treshka". The project was designed by engineers V. Chekalin and A. Iokne.