Piskaryovskoye Memorial Cemetery

Piskaryovskoye Memorial Cemetery is a significant burial site in Saint Petersburg, Russia, dedicated to the victims of the Siege of Leningrad during World War II (1941-1944). It honors the approximately 1.5 million people, including soldiers and civilians, who suffered and died during this harrowing period. The cemetery features a somber monument and mass graves, symbolizing the immense loss. It serves as a poignant reminder of the horrors of war and the resilience of the city and its people. Today, it stands as a place of remembrance and reflection on the impact of conflict on human lives.