Eternal Flame in the park of 28 Panfilov Guards -
Almaty Glory Memorial Tour -
The Park named after 28 Panfilov Guards in Almaty is one of the most famous and symbolic places in the city, where history, culture and nature are intertwined into a single harmonious space. This green oasis in the center of the metropolis was founded back in the 19th century and for many years was called the City Garden. In Soviet times, the park was renamed in honor of the legendary Panfilovs – 28 soldiers of the division of General Ivan Panfilov, who heroically held off the advance of German tanks near Moscow in 1941. Today, it is not only a favorite vacation spot for citizens, but also the most important memorial complex in the country. This place is a place of attraction for tourists and locals, especially on Victory Day – May 9th. Solemn processions, wreath-laying, "Immortal Regiment" actions and minutes of silence are held here, reminding of the price of peace, bought with the blood of heroes.
The Park covers an area of more than 18 hectares and is surrounded by greenery: century-old fir trees, poplars, chestnuts and many flower beds grow here, which give the alleys a special comfort and beauty at any time of the year. The central attraction of the park is the Memorial of Glory with an Eternal Flame, erected to mark the 30th anniversary of the Victory. His majestic sculptural composition symbolizes the feat of soldiers of different nationalities of the USSR who stood shoulder to shoulder against the enemy. At the Eternal Flame, you can always meet citizens, veterans, schoolchildren and tourists who come to honor the memory of the heroes. There are always fresh flowers here, which are brought here all year round by the residents of the city. At the entrance to the park there is the triumphal arch of the House of Armies (former House of Officers) and the museum of musical instruments named after Ykylas. Behind the Memorial of Glory stands the famous Cathedral of architect Zenkov.
How to get there and visit -
The Park of 28 Panfilov Guards is located in the old part of Almaty in its central part along Gogol Street next to the Otrar Hotel, Medeu district, Republic of Kazakhstan.
GPS coordinates: 43°15'31"N 76°57'08"E
Information -
The Park named after 28 Panfilov Guards is not only a place of memory, but also the center of the cultural life of the city. Festivals, concerts, exhibitions and festive events are held here, and in the shade of the trees you can see families, young people and tourists enjoying a walk. The atmosphere of the park combines the solemnity associated with the heroic past and the lightness of the green alleys, birdsong and flowerbeds. This Park has become the heart of Almaty, its living history and soul. Walking through the park is like being in a space where every stone and every tree preserves the memory of the past. Heroism and beauty, sorrow and hope, history and modernity are intertwined here. This corner of Almaty reminds us of the price of peace and that the exploits of the past live in our hearts. The Park has become not only a memorial, but also a symbol of the eternal bond of generations, a place of strength and inspiration, where every step echoes with gratitude and respect for the immortal feat.
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