sevastopol

Here founded the city of Sevastopol

This site marks the founding location of the city of Sevastopol, a major port on the Black Sea. A stone monument and plaque commemorate the city's establishment in 1783 by the Russian Empire. Visitors can learn about the city's origins as a

Memorial to the Sunken Ships

The Memorial to the Sunken Ships is one of Sevastopol's most famous landmarks, erected in 1905 to honor the vessels deliberately sunk during the Crimean War to block enemy ships. This white limestone obelisk stands in the sea at the entranc

Monument of Catherine the Great

This monument stands in Catherine Square in Sevastopol, dedicated to Empress Catherine II of Russia. Catherine the Great is credited with founding the city in 1783 after annexing Crimea to the Russian Empire. The statue depicts the empress

Monument to the Glory of the Soldiers of the 2nd Guards Army

Located on Rozhestvenye Hill in Sevastopol, this monument honors the soldiers of the 2nd Guards Army who fought bravely to liberate the city during World War II. Constructed in 1959, it features massive bronze statues and vibrant mosaics de

Tauric Chersonese

Tauric Chersonese is an ancient Greek site in Sevastopol, now an open-air museum. It preserves architectural remains from the Greek and Roman periods, including a theater and city walls. The museum displays numerous excavated artifacts that

13th Coastal Battery

This formidable coastal artillery battery, built in the early 20th century, stands as a testament to Sevastopol's strategic military importance. Its massive concrete bunkers and gun emplacements, now weathered by time, once guarded the Blac

1st gun battery Matyukhina

The 1st gun battery Matyukhina is a historic coastal artillery battery that played a crucial role in the defense of Sevastopol. Constructed in the 19th century, its thick stone walls and embrasures are a testament to military engineering of

200 лет Севастополю

This imposing stone memorial commemorates the bicentennial of Sevastopol, a city steeped in military history and resilience. Standing as a silent witness to centuries of conflict and rebuilding, the monument evokes a profound sense of local

21st Coastal Battery (Closed)

Once a secret underground nuclear bunker and coastal defense installation, the 21st Battery is a relic of the Cold War era that remains inaccessible to the general public. This massive complex housed advanced radar systems and missile launc

2nd gun battery Matyukhina

The 2nd gun battery Matyukhina is a companion fortification to the 1st battery, forming part of Sevastopol's layered defensive network. Its robust construction and strategic positioning overlooking the bay made it a formidable obstacle for

3rd Bastion

The 3rd Bastion in Sevastopol is a key historical fortification from the Crimean War, famously defended by Russian forces during the Siege of Sevastopol. This earthwork and stone structure offers a glimpse into 19th-century military enginee

6th Century Basilica

The 6th Century Basilica in Sevastopol is a remarkable archaeological site featuring the ruins of an early Byzantine Christian church, with mosaic floors and carved marble columns still visible. Excavations have revealed intricate geometric

AVMS Club and Museum

This club and museum is dedicated to the history of the Azov-Black Sea Military Flotilla (AVMS), showcasing artifacts, models, and photographs. The intimate space offers a deep dive into regional naval operations from the Soviet era. It is

Admiralty Anchor

The Admiralty Anchor is a historic landmark in Sevastopol, symbolizing the city's deep ties with the Russian Navy. This massive anchor is placed in the city center as a tribute to naval traditions. Visitors can view the well-preserved artif

Alexander Kovalevsky Memorial

Nestled within the historic coastal city of Sevastopol, this stone bust pays tribute to Alexander Onufrievich Kovalevsky, a renowned zoologist and academician whose scientific legacy resonates through the halls of Russian academia. The monu

Ammunition Store of the 1st Gun Battery Matyukhina

This ammunition store is part of the historic Matyukhina battery in Sevastopol, a coastal defense fortification. The structure is a reinforced concrete bunker designed to withstand bombardment. It provides insight into the logistical aspect

Ammunition store of the 2nd gun battery Matyukhina

This ammunition store served the 2nd gun battery Matyukhina, providing a secure underground facility for artillery shells and gunpowder. Built with thick reinforced concrete, it was designed to withstand direct hits and explosions. The dark

Anchors Museum

Nestled within the historic walls of the Black Sea Fleet, this unique museum offers a tangible connection to centuries of maritime heritage. Visitors can explore an extensive collection of anchors ranging from ancient wooden stocks to massi

Anna Akhmatova's Stone

A simple stone monument in Sevastopol dedicated to the great Russian poet Anna Akhmatova, who spent part of her youth in the city. The unadorned rock, inscribed with her name, stands as a natural tribute to her enduring literary legacy. It

BMP Monument

This monument features a real BMP-1 infantry fighting vehicle mounted on a pedestal, a striking relic of Soviet-era military engineering. The armored vehicle stands as a tribute to the motorized rifle units that defended Sevastopol during t

Basilica of the 6th Century

This is another early Byzantine basilica ruin, specifically dating to the 6th century. Its well-defined apse and nave outlines provide a clear picture of the church's original structure. The site is a significant piece of Sevastopol's ancie

Basilica of the 6th-10th Centuries

This archaeological site features the ruins of a Byzantine basilica dating from the 6th to the 10th centuries. The exposed foundations and floor plans reveal the architectural complexity of early Christian places of worship. It offers a tan

Baths of the 6th Century

Step back in time to explore the ancient Roman-era thermal baths, a testament to Sevastopol's rich Byzantine heritage. These well-preserved ruins offer a serene glimpse into the sophisticated bathing culture of the 6th century. Wander throu

Battery #115 Narbuta

Battery #115 Narbuta is another key coastal defense installation, similar in design and purpose to its neighboring batteries. Its well-preserved structures offer a glimpse into the strategic military layout of Sevastopol's harbor defenses.

Battery #20 Shikhmatova

Battery N17 Senyavina

Battery N44 Zhitkova

Battery N74 Yemelyanova

Battery No. 100 Burley

Battery No. 120 Manto

Battery No. 53 Norbut

Battery on the Glacis

Bayonet and Sail

Blue Horse

Bridge of Lovers

Brotherly Grave of Sailors of the Battleship Novorossiysk

Brotherly Grave of the Defenders of Sevastopol 1941-1942

Brotherly Grave of the Defenders of Sevastopol in 1941-1942

Burial Place of the Leaders of the Uprising on the Ship Prut

Chersonesos Signal Fog Bell

Chersonesus Taurica

Chersonesus in Miniature

Church of the Blachernae Mother of God

City Board of Honor

Coastal Battery No. 11

Coastal Battery No. 23

Command Post Tower of Coastal Batteries No. 12 and No. 13

Command Post of the Artillery Battery

Command Post of the Black Sea Fleet

De-Charier Control Instrument Pavilion

Diorama 'Storm of Sapun-Gora May 7, 1944'

Dmitriy Ulyanov's monument

Dom Vinodela

Drapusko Battery

Dyer's House

Early Christian Mosaics

First Victims of the Great Patriotic War

Fisherman's Estate

Fortress Brest

Foundation Stone of a Temple

Four-Apsed Temple

GAZ-53

GAZ-93A

Gelovani

Gerocomion

Girls' School

Headquarters of the Red Banner Black Sea Fleet of the Russian Navy

Here Founded the City of Sevastopol

Honorary Citizens of Sevastopol

II Quarter

III Quarter of the 5th Century BC

In Memory of Compatriots Forced to Leave Their Homeland in November 1920

Indian Museum

Inn

Kamchatka Lunette

Konstantinovskaya Battery

Kostomarov Battery

Kroshitsky Art Museum

Kyiv

LX Quarter (3rd century BC - 14th century AD)

Leninsky District Honor Board

Memorial Obelisk and Plaques in Honor of the Creation of the Black Sea Fleet

Memorial Sign to the Battleship Sevastopol

Memorial to Admiral P.S. Nakhimov

Memorial to the Black Sea submariners

Memorial to the heroes of the Black Sea Squadron

Mikhailovskaya Battery

Minerals of Crimea

Minsk Monument

Model of the Territory 'Tauric Chersonesus'

Monastery Bathhouse

Monument at the Site of Vice-Admiral V.I. Istomin's Death

Monument of Glory to the Soldiers of the 2nd Guards Army

Monument to Admiral F.F. Ushakov

Monument to Admiral V. A. Kornilov

Monument to Alexander Suvorov

Monument to Cyril and Methodius

Monument to Fallen Militia Officers

Monument to I. D. Papanin

Monument to P. S. Nakhimov