About

The Monument to the Founders of Odessa is a magnificent sculptural composition dedicated to the five people who laid the foundation of the splendid city - Catherine the Great, Jose de Ribas, Francois Poullet, Grigori Potemkin, and Platon Zubov. For a long time, the fate of the monument was uncertain. Constructed in 1900, it stood for twenty years, only to be dismantled later. The residents and guests of Odessa were able to see it again only in 2007.

For the restoration of the sculpture, both previous designs and modern elements were used. In particular, the silhouette of the empress remained unchanged, only her head had to be recast. The column on which Catherine stands was made of red granite, while the lower pedestal was made of gray.

Price

Free

Features

Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the address of Monument to the Founders of Odessa?
    Monument to the Founders of Odessa is located at Катерининська площа, 5, 65000, Odessa, Ukraine.
  • How to get here by public transport?
    The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
    • Bus stop Derybasivska St (379 m walk)
    • Bus stop Lanzheronivska St (244 m walk)
    • Bus stop Sabanieiev mist (307 m walk)
  • How is Monument to the Founders of Odessa rated by visitors?
    Monument to the Founders of Odessa has an average rating of 4.7 based on 3,630 reviews across platforms such as Google.