Izhik Sculpture

The sculpture "Izik" is situated on Central Square of Izhevsk city. Depicts a boy in traditional Udmurt kaftan and hat; total weight of collected metal for its creation was about 180 kg. Monument was solemnly unveiled on November 4th, 2010 and became a symbol of Izhevsk, its mascot. Erected as part of project "250 Years to Izhevsk - 250 Kind Deeds" initiated by youth movement "Youth" from Oktyabrsky district. Dedication took place on National Unity Day, also marking 90th anniversary of Udmurt Republic's statehood and 250th anniversary of Izhevsk.