Decembrist Square

Decembrist Square is a historic public space in Saint Petersburg, Russia, named after the December 1825 uprising by Russian army officers protesting monarchy reforms. The square features monuments commemorating those events, including a notable statue of the Decembrists—leaders of the revolt. It is a symbol of early Russian resistance to autocratic rule and a site where important political demonstrations have taken place. Located near the Winter Palace, the square is a significant cultural and historical landmark that reflects Russia’s complex struggle for political change and reform.