Peter The Great Statue in London: photos, reviews

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The Monument to Peter the Great in London stands as a striking homage to the first Russian Czar's diplomatic visit to England in 1700. Crafted by renowned sculptor Mikael Shemyakin and unveiled in 2000, this artistic tribute sits prominently within the historic Royal Naval Dockyard. Its location holds a poignant connection to the past, adjacent to Sayes Court, once possessed by the famous diarist John Evelyn. Though a brief visit of under an hour suffices to admire and reflect on this piece, its impressive design and historical context garner a favorable rating of 4.4 from visitors.

Recommended visit time

to 1 hour

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Wheelchair accessible entrance

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The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Creekside (Stop Z)

Bus stop 252 m walk

Millwall Park (Stop L)

Bus stop 671 m walk

Deptford Church Street / Creek Road (Stop J)

Bus stop 454 m walk

Sayes Court

Bus stop 643 m walk

4.4

based on 167 reviews

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4.4/5 167 reviews

David Popplewell

I want to see what damage was done. Pointless covering it up.

Keith Hainge

Quirky Statue commemorating The Tsar of Russia , Peter The Great & his visit to London iin 1698. It seems strange today that a Tsar of Russia should not only visit London but actually stay in Deptford but Peter was on a European Tour with a view to getting ideas for modernising Russia & creating a Russian Navy. In 1698 Deptford was a Royal Naval Dockyard & Samuel Pepys the diarist worked there & boats captained by Sir Walter Raleigh & Sir Francis Drake sailed from there Peter & his travelling entourage lodged at nearby Sayes Court , owned by the diarist & gardener John Evelyn & caused a great deal of damage to both the house garden with their wild behaviour.

Vlad Shubin

Was partially destroyed and covered

Peter The Great Statue in London

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