Peace Dove (Sumgait)
Monument in Sumgait, Azerbaijan
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Peace Dove (Azerbaijani: Sülh göyərçini) is an allegorical sculpture located in Nasimi Culture and Recreational Park, Sumgait, Azerbaijan. Erected in 1978, it symbolizes peace and unity and is considered the city's emblem.[1]
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| Location | Sumgait, Azerbaijan |
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| Coordinates | 40.5915°N 49.6810°E |
| Type | Sculpture |
| Completion date | 1978 |
History
Designed by monumentalist artist Vagif Nazirov and sculptor Asim Guliyev, the monument was created to celebrate the peaceful coexistence of the diverse population in Sumgait, an industrial city.[2] Made of concrete, the sculpture stands at the intersection of Sulh Street and Samad Vurgun Street, with views of the city and the Caspian Sea.[3]
The monument underwent renovations in 2008 and 2013 to maintain its condition and ensure its preservation.[2]
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