Anapa
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Anapa Lighthouse
Anapa, Krepostnaya St, 2/3
Anapa Lighthouse stands on Central Embankment of Anapa city. An eight-sided brick tower 21 meters high was built in 1955. The central light of the lighthouse can be seen up to 30 kilometers away. After being destroyed during World War II it was restored. The lighthouse is painted white with three black stripes and serves as an important symbol of the resort.
Gorgippia Archaeological Reserve and Museum
Anapa, Ul Emb, 4
Archaeological Museum-Reserve "Gorgippia" is located in Anapa on Naberezhnaya Street, 4. This site is situated within the territory of ancient city Gorgippia which was part of the Bosporan Kingdom. Visitors can see elements of ancient drainage systems and old wells here. In 1975, an elaborately painted tomb was discovered, becoming a sensational find. Guests participate in interactive programs about archaeologists' and restorers' work. The exhibition occupies an area of 0.7 hectares out of the total reserve area of 1.6 hectares.
Batterie BS-464 Coastal Fortress
Anapa Municipal District, entrance area of Vityazevo village
Battery BS-464 on the coast is situated at the entrance to Vitiazevo village, in Anapa city district. Formed in October 1941, it went through trials of World War II, reinforced by artillerymen from destroyer "Shauyam" and marine infantry. The installation, having removed guns from a sunken ship, during its service performed 216 artillery firings. In 1978, a commemorative sign was installed at the site of the battery.
Victor M. Evskin Hero of Russia Statue
Anapa, Evskina Blvd, 3A Microdistrict
In Anapa, on Yevskina Boulevard, there is a bust of Hero of Russia Vyacheslav Mikhailovich Yevskin. The monument was opened in 2006 and created by sculptor Nikolay Bugaev under the guidance of architect Anatoly Guryan. Dedicated to Vyacheslav Yevskin, who received the title of Hero of Russia posthumously for his service in the FSB management of the Krasnodar Region. Annually, commemorative events take place near the bust. The installation of the monument was supported by REU "Urengoygazprom", Anapa Airport, and the regional FSB administration.
V. N. Avanesov Statue
Anapa, Tsentralnaya Emb
On Central Embankment of Anapa there stands a bust of Vladimir Nikolaevich Avanesov, a well-known curator and candidate of medical sciences, honored as an honorary citizen of the city. The sculpture by V.I. Polyakov was unveiled in 2008 to commemorate Avanesov's contributions to the region's healthcare.
Anapa Regional Museum
Anapa, Protapova St, 1
Anapa Regional Museum is located on Protopopova Street. Its main exhibition focuses on the city's history, particularly the exploits of Russian and Soviet soldiers in the Russo-Turkish wars and World War II. It also showcases the nature of Anapa district and historical artifacts, including ancient coins. The museum is a branch of a major regional reserve.
Memorial to Paratroopers at Sea Port
Анапа, сквер у морского порта
Memorial to paratroopers is situated in Anapa's park near the sea port. On three marble slabs 102 names of Soviet paratroopers who died in battles for liberation of Anapa are immortalized. Architect Sergey Romakhin and artist Aleksey Karpov were project authors. Honored citizen of Anapa Hegam Poladyants initiated its creation. It was opened on September 21, 2006, marking the 63rd anniversary of city's liberation.
Memorial on Old City Cemetery
Anapa, Protapova St, Old Town Cemetery
Memorial at Anapa's Old City Cemetery is dedicated to participants in the city's liberation and deceased servicemen. It is faced with marble slabs. There is a mass grave of soldiers who died during the defense of Anapa, as well as a place of rest for peaceful residents killed during occupation. In 2010, plaques with the surnames of 224 soldiers were installed.
Three Candles Memorial
Anapa, Omelkova St, 3A Microdistrict
Memorial "Three Candles" in Anapa is situated on Omelkova Street, microdistrict 3A. It consists of three candles of different heights placed on a round pedestal. The pedestal is decorated with bas-reliefs depicting various branches of the military. The memorial honors Anapchans who fell during World War II, Afghanistan and Chechnya. Funds for its creation were raised through a charity marathon in April 2003. Architects Sergey Romakhin and Alexander Rikhter designed the project; schoolgirls Polina Goryaeva and Anna Krasovskaya developed the idea and sketches. The opening took place to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Victory.
Open-Air Military Equipment Museum
Anapa, Simferopolskoe Hwy
Open-air military museum in Anapa is situated on Simferopol Highway near the city eco-park. It features an exhibition of domestic military equipment including a large armored personnel carrier BTR-70 and a shipboard anti-aircraft installation. In 2023, within the museum premises, a Hall of Military Glory was opened, used also for holding patriotic events. The exhibits are displayed on open grounds under the open sky.
Memorial Stele A.S. Korytine
Anapa, Gudovich Square, intersection of Tamanskaya St and Protopopova St
Monumental stele to aircraft designer and Anapa historian Andrey Sergeyevich Korytine stands in Gudovich Park, at the intersection of Tamanskaya and Protopopova streets in Anapa. Installed in 1990 by architect Yu.V. Rysin. Born in Temryuk in 1907, Korytine made significant contributions to the creation of the museum-reserve "Gorgippia" and engaged in history and archaeology after retirement. In 1968 he received the USSR State Prize for his design work.
Alexander S. Pushkin Monument
Anapa, Pushkina St, 12, intersection with Chernomorskaya St
In Anapa, at the intersection of Pushkin Street and Chornomorskaya, there stands a monument to the great Russian poet Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin. A bronze bust depicts his journey to Taman during his southern exile in 1820. Pushkin mentioned Anapa in his poem "Tasit." The monument was unveiled to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the poet's birth in 1999.
A.D. Bezkrovny Monument
Anapa, park 30th Victory Anniversary, at Russian Gates
The monument to atamans Alexei Danilovich Bezkrivny installed in the Victory Park 30th Anniversary, near the Russian Gates in Anapa. Created in 1999 by architect Yuri Rysin. The sculpture depicts Bezkrivny in traditional Cossack attire: cherkesska, epaulettes and kalpak. The image is ataman-like, generic since no surviving portraits exist. Alexei Danilovich Bezkrivny, participant in the Battle of Borodino, served in military forces from 1800.
White Hat Monument
Anapa, Gorkogo St, 1g
In the park on Victory's 30th Anniversary, there is a monument called "White Hat". The weight of the sculpture is approximately 300 kg, with a diameter of about 1.5 meters. The idea for the monument belongs to architect Sergey Romakhin, while it was created by sculptor Vasily Polyakov. The white hat symbolizes a popular resort song titled "On Anapa in a White Hat", composed by anapa composer Vladimir Dobrynin and poet Vladimir Saprykin. Previously, a similar monument stood near the Park-Hotel but later was dismantled.
Dr. Aybolit Monument
Anapa, ul. Kalinina, opposite house 30
In Anapa, on Kalinina Street near house 30, there is a monument to Dr. Aybolit. It is a sculpture created as a gift from sanatorium "DiLUCH". Doctor is surrounded by animals: parrot, monkey, dog and squirrels. The opening of the monument took place on July 23, 2011. The author of the idea is architect Yuri Ryssin. The monument emphasizes the image of Anapa as a children's resort center.
Beginning of Caucasus Mountains Monument
Anapa, Anapa-Sukko road (Semisamsky Ridge)
Monument "The Start of the Caucasus Mountains" is situated on Semisamsky Ridge near Anapa. It marks the beginning of the Greater Caucasian Range extending over more than 1100 km to the Caspian Sea. Opened on Russia Day, June 12, 2013. Crowning the composition is a sculpture of an eagle by Vasily Polyakov designed by architect Yuri Rysin.
V. A. Budzinsky Founder Monument
Anapa, Pushkina St, 30
The monument to Vladimir Adolfovich Budzinsky was installed in Anapa on Pushkin Street, 30. It is dedicated to the doctor and organizer of the local health resort who built a water-and-mud bathhouse in Moorish style and opened children's sanatoriums "Bimlyuk" and "Luchzarnaya". The opening of the monument took place to mark the centennial of Anapa's founding.
Memorial Sign to Anapchans Who Died in Chechen Republic
Anapa, Battle Glory Square
Memorial sign dedicated to anapchans who died in Chechen Republic is situated in Battle Glory Garden of Anapa city. Established in 1998 by architect Yu.V. Rysin and artist A.A. Karpov. On the composition names of deceased residents of Anapa serving their military duty in Chechnya are listed. The sign is part of memorial ensemble recalling events of local conflicts of the late 20th century.
Afghan War Memorial
Anapa, Skver Boevoy Slavy
Memorial monument to the afghan war veteran installed in Anapa, in Battle Glory Square. Opened on February 15, 1992. Author of the project - architect Yu.V. Ryssin, sculptor V.P. Polyakov. Composition depicts an exhausted soldier sitting on a stone. Monument dedicated to fallen heroes of Afghanistan and consecrated on its opening day, coinciding with a memorable date for russians who died far from their homeland.
Memorial Marking 60th Anniversary of Victory
Anapa, Skver Boevoy Slavy
Memorial sign commemorating the 60th anniversary of Victory was installed in Anapa in 2005 in Battle Glory Park. The composition's creators are artist Alexey Karpov and architect Sergey Romakhin. The sign is shaped like a stylized Order of the Great Patriotic War and is part of the memorial ensemble of the park.
Memorial Marking 65th Victory Anniversary
Anapa, Battle Glory Square
Monument commemorating the 65th anniversary of Victory in Anapa features a vertical pillar with a slanted top edge. In the shape of the pillar outlines a five-pointed star decorated with reliefs of sickle and hammer. The author of the composition is artist Alexey Adolfovich Karpov, architect Sergey Alekseevich Romakhin. A copper five-pointed star is fixed on top. The sign is located in the ensemble of Sqare of Military Glory.
Memorial Sign E.Yu. Pilenko (Mother Maria)
Анапа, сквер у морского вокзала, ул. Ленина, 1
Memorial sign Mother Maria (Elizaveta Yul'evna Pilenko) was installed in Anapa's park near the sea station on Lenina Street. Creation of the monument was handled by architect Yu.V. Ryssin. Elizaveta Pilenko, also known as Mother Maria, was born and spent her childhood in Anapa. She is famous for her memoirs about life and public activities, as well as organizing aid to those in need after emigration.
Memorial to Victims of Political Repressions
Anapa, Skver Boevoy Slavy
Memorial plaque commemorating victims of political repressions was installed in Anapa, in Battle Glory Square. It was opened in 1998 upon initiative of an association uniting memory about those who were repressed. The monument's authors are sculptor V.P. Polyakov and architect Yu.V. Ryssin. Annually, memorial events take place here dedicated to the Day of Memory for Victims of Political Repression.
Memorial Monument to Chernobyl Victims
Anapa, Skver Boevoy Slavy
Memorial plaque commemorating Chernobyl victims is situated in Anapa, in Battle Glory Square. It features a granite slab with inscription "Victims of Chernobyl 1986-1996". The plaque was installed in 1996 according to sculptor V.P. Polyakov's design and architect Yu.V. Ryssin's project. Over 370 residents of Anapa participated in liquidation of Chernobyl nuclear power plant accident aftermath.
Memorial Stone for Cossacks Who Died at the Walls of Anapa
Anapa, Skver Boevoy Slavy
Memorial stone was installed in Battle Glory Square in Anapa and dedicated to Cossacks who fell while defending the city during the siege of the Turkish fortress. It is made as a stone mark with commemorative inscription. Anapa's history is closely tied to Black Sea Cossackdom, reflecting events of the 18th century Russo-Turkish wars.
Memorial Stone to TKA-92 Crew
Анапа, сквер у морского вокзала
Memorial stone to the crew of torpedo boat TKA-92 is installed in Anapa's park near the sea station. Erected in 1982 to commemorate the deceased sailors tragically lost while performing their duties in Anapa port on March 13th, 1943 during combat actions on the Black Sea during World War II. Nearby is a monument to Elizabeth Pilenko - Mother Maria.
Victory Day Park
Anapa, Gorkogo St
Victory Day Park in Anapa features a poklonnyy cross and a monument to kazak heroes. Among trees there are relict plants and juniper bushes. There is also a summer stage, cinema-concert hall "Victory" and an alley with famous personalities' plaques. Historical and architectural landmarks include "Russian Gates" and "White Hat". A bronze statue of atamans A.D. Beskov is installed. Amusement attractions for visitors include observation wheel, roller coasters, carousels and other entertainments.
Russians Baptism Park
Anapa, Lenina St, 176
Kreshcheniya Rus Park in Anapa became a Orthodox educational complex with Saint Vladimir's church and an area for religious events. In 2022 over 50 trees of various species were planted. A consecrated monument to Prince Vladimir was installed in 2026. For children there is a playground as well as a flat pedestrian fountain. Information panels tell about the history of Christianization of Russia.
Walnut Grove Park
Anapa, intersection Ivan Golubets St and Mayakovsky St
Orekhovaya Roshcha Park — one of the largest green zones in Anapa with over 2000 trees of various species, including about 900 conifers and more than 450 shrubs. Young almond trees also grow here. In 2017, the park gained the status of specially protected natural area. In 2025, an updated recreation zone was opened with renovated pedestrian paths.
Supsé Poklonnyy Cross
Anapa Municipal Okrug, hill between Supshey and Varvarovka
Cross of Reverence in Supsehe, erected in 2005, stands on a hill between Supsehe and Varvarovka in Anapa. The weight of the structure exceeds 40 tons, the span of the beam - 8 meters. The cross was built to commemorate victory in World War II and the idea of reconciliation among the peoples of the Caucasus. The consecration took place on October 2, 2005. Nearby recently consecrated a site for construction of the Church of the Exaltation of the Cross of the Lord.
Russian Gates
Anapa, Pushkina St
"Russian Gates" are situated in the 30th Anniversary of Victory Park in Anapa. Named to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the city's liberation from Turks in 1854, Russian troops took the fortress six times over forty years, finally freeing the city in 1828. Inside the gates there is a marble plaque with the name and a memorial slab made of red marble dedicated to fallen soldiers. In 1913 above the gates they placed a metal Georgievsky Cross and also reburied remains of Russian soldiers.
Light-Music Fountains at Soviet Square
Anapa, Sovetov Sq
On Sovetskaya Square in Anapa there is a light-and-music fountain complex opened in 2014. The main fountain has a diameter of 23 meters; around it are four smaller fountains with a diameter of 6 meters. Altogether, there are 300 geysers installed in the complex creating impressive light and musical displays in the evening due to synchronized water movements accompanied by music and illumination from 320 projectors. The complex blends harmoniously into the landscaping of the square and serves as a venue for evening events during the tourist season.
Battle Glory Square
Anapa, Tiraspolskiy Ln
Battle Glory Sqare in Anapa is situated on Tiraspol Street. It features granite obelisks and Honour Alley with names of war heroes and victims of repression. Eternal flame has been burning since 1967. During World War II, partisans and soldiers who died in local hospital were buried there. Memorial was fully reconstructed in the same year under architect Boris Kamayev's project.
Gudovich Square
Anapa, Krepostnaya (Mezhdu Tsentrom I Mayakom) St
Gudovich Square is located in the historical part of Anapa, between its center and the lighthouse, on Krepostnaya Street. Named after Russian military commander Ivan Gudovich who took Turkish fortress Anapa in 1791. His bust by honored Russian artist Alexander Apollonov is installed here. The area of 4.2775 hectares has been specially protected natural zone since 2017. Nearby the bust there used to be an 18th century fortress wall.
War Hero City Monument
Anapa, intersection of Lenin St and Krepostnaya St
The Stele "City of Military Glory" is situated in Anapa at the intersection of Lenin Street and Krepostnaya Street. It is a monument featuring a granite column with Doric order topped by the State Coat of Arms of Russia. The opening took place on May 8, 2013. The stele depicts significant historical moments such as the annexation of Turkish fortress Anapa to Russia and events of World War II. During the solemn ceremony, the Victory Flag was present.
Theater Square
Anapa, Teatralnaya Sq
Theater Square in Anapa after reconstruction gained a new look thanks to a project that won a nationwide competition. There appeared thematic paving with an ornament, spotlights, three fountains and bronze sculptures of ancient cities of Bosporan Kingdom: Gorgippia, Panticapaeum and Tauric Chersonese. Amphitheatre and patio pavilions were also created. One of the fountains was designed as a stream near the "Gorgippia" museum. Cyrillic fragment fixed: pavilions
Triumphal Arch
Anapa, Krepostnaya St, 72
Triumphal Arch in Anapa situated on Krepostnaya Street was built in 2020. Its facade features reliefs of Russian admirals and portraits of military ships. Atop the columns are reliefs depicting Ivan Gudovich, Semen Pustoshkin, Aleksey Greig and other notable figures. A plaque on the arch commemorates the feats of Russian troops in wars against Turkey during the 18th to 19th centuries. Relief designs were created by Damir and Tatiana Krivenko, while the actual work was executed by Damir Krivenko.
St. Onufry the Great Church
Anapa, Sobornaya St, 7
The Church of Saint Onufry the Great is located in Anapa on Sobornaya Street, 7. The stone building of the church was erected in 1871 on public donations and first consecrated on June 12, 1874. After being re-consecrated in 1991, the church again became a place for regular worship services. Bishop Onufry is revered as the heavenly patron of Anapa.
Saint Vladimir Cathedral
Anapa, Lenina St, Krusheniya Rusi Park
Saint-Vladimir Cathedral in Anapa is situated on Lenin Street near Kreshcheniya Rossii Park. Dedication of the commemorative cross took place in 1998. The main altar is dedicated to Prince Vladimir. On the basement floor there is a chapel of Bishop Basil the Great, while the complex includes baptismal font of Saint Olga and chapel of St. Sergius of Radonezh. Bell tower features multi-arched arches. During construction they used symbolic anchor.
Seraphim Sarovsky Church
Anapa, Mayakovskogo St, 111v
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Central Embankment of Anapa
Anapa, Ul Emb
Central Embankment of Anapa - a place for recreation with two levels: lower extends along the sea, upper - on the elevation. Granite surface is decorated with fountains, sculptures and original lamps. There are cafes, restaurants and souvenir shops here. The embankment leads to the lighthouse and is popular for evening walks. Nearby are Gorghippia Museum, central beach and Victory Park. Fountain "Pearl of Anapa" features mirrors over water streams. Alongside the paths there are flowerbeds, while at the entrance stands a monument-ship "Red Sails".
Church-Shrine of Our Lady "Holding"
Anapa, Lenina St, 176
The Church-Chapel of the Icon of Our Lady "Derzhavnaya" is situated on Lenin Street, 176 in Anapa. Built in the neo-russian style, it has one dome and stands atop an artificial hill. It combines the functions of a parish church and chapel. From there begins the thematic park of the Rus' Baptism. There is an excursion service operating within the Orthodox complex belonging to Novorossiysk Diocese of Kuban Metropolis at the temple. The icon "Derzhavnaya" was discovered on March 15, 1917. The parish belongs to Saint Equal-to-the-Apostles Prince Vladimir.
Hoshea Prophet Shrine
Anapa, intersection of Krimska Street and Sobornaya Street
The Hoshea Prophet Shrine is located in Anapa, at the intersection of Crimea Street and Cathedral Street. It is dedicated to the Old Testament prophet and belongs to small Orthodox church structures. Here annually commemorates the prophet's memory in October. This functioning object replaced the previous identical church built in the early last century. The miniature shrine stands out for its beauty of execution and is situated in the historical center of the city.
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