The Independence Monument stands on Maidan Nezalezhnosti (Independence Square) and has become a powerful symbol of Ukrainian statehood and the country’s fight for freedom. It was unveiled in 2001 to mark the 10th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence. The 62-metre monument consists of a tall column topped with a statue of Oranta-Ukraine, dressed in traditional Ukrainian clothing and holding a branch of viburnum.
The monument rises on a site closely tied to Ukraine’s recent history. This is where the Orange Revolution in 2004 and the Revolution of Dignity in 2013–2014 took place — events that shaped Ukraine’s democratic and European path. For this reason, both Maidan and the monument hold deep meaning as symbols of freedom and dignity.
Thanks to its central location, the Independence Monument is a convenient starting point for a walk around the city. Khreshchatyk lies on one side of the square, while the Glass Bridge and Volodymyrska Hill, with scenic views of the Dnipro, are just a short walk away.
