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Marii Temryukovne Monument

Nalchik, central part of the city

The Maria Temryukova Monument in Nalchik's center commemorates the image of the Kabardian princess who became the wife of Ivan the Terrible. It highlights the historical link between Kabardino-Balkaria and Russia during the 16th century and is an integral component of the city's monuments tour. The monument signifies the importance of the female historical figure in regional remembrance and reinforces the sense of historical identity for Kabardino-Balkariya.