The Motherland Calls Monument sculpture is a landmark in Volgograd (formerly Stalingrad), Russia, and one of the most spectacular sculptures in the world. Standing 85 meters (279 feet) tall, this monumental sculpture is world-famous for its majesty.
The sculpture was built to commemorate the Red Army soldiers who died at the Battle of Stalingrad during World War II. It was designed by Soviet sculptor Nikolay Neresov and completed in 1967. The sculpture depicts a female soldier holding a sword, standing against the wind in a call to victory. Her image symbolizes the motherland’s call to its people, calling them to fight bravely to defend the country.
The design of the “Motherland Calls” sculpture is simple yet powerful, and its huge size and magnificent posture are shocking. Climb up to the observation deck and look out over the city, not only to admire the stunning sculpture itself, but also to overlook the Volga River and the beautiful scenery beyond.
In addition to being a war memorial, the sculpture has also become a symbol of Volgograd, attracting tourists from all over the world to pay their respects. It represents the Russian people’s courage, tenacity and loyalty to the motherland, and is an eternal commemoration of that difficult history.
Whether from the perspective of the artistic value of the sculpture or the historical commemorative significance it represents, the “Mother of the Motherland Calls” sculpture is an awe-inspiring and magnificent work. It will always be engraved in people’s hearts and tell the world about the sacrifices made in war. The heroism of the soldiers and the strength of the motherland.
