Chekhov Monument, Taganrog Monument
Public statue honoring Anton Chekhov in Taganrog
A city monument in Taganrog commemorating Anton Chekhov, the statue anchors a literary trail; visitors combine the memorial with nearby museums and the author's birthplace sites.
Chekhov Monument, Taganrog at a Glance#
About Chekhov Monument, Taganrog#
The Chekhov Monument in Taganrog is a public sculpture dedicated to the writer Anton Chekhov, who was born in the city. The monument stands among other Chekhov-related sites and museums that mark his life and work in Taganrog.
It serves as a focal point for literary tourism in the city and is located within the urban centre of Taganrog on the Sea of Azov coast in Rostov Oblast.
- Commemorative site: Located in the city of Taganrog, the monument commemorates the playwright and short-story writer Anton Chekhov and is part of the city’s ensemble of Chekhov-related sites.
How to Get to Chekhov Monument, Taganrog#
Taganrog is a port city on the Sea of Azov in Rostov Oblast; the monument is in the city center and walkable from the railway station and seafront promenades.
Tips for Visiting Chekhov Monument, Taganrog#
- Combine the monument visit with a stroll through Taganrog's old port district to get a sense of Chekhov's world.
- Look for the plaque dates - local commemorations of Chekhov's 1860 birth and later anniversaries are posted.
Best Time to Visit Chekhov Monument, Taganrog#
Late spring through early autumn for comfortable visits and local cultural events.
Weather & Climate near Chekhov Monument, Taganrog#
Chekhov Monument, Taganrog's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (568 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -6° - -1° | -9° | 43 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -6° - 0° | -9° | 40 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 5° | -2° | 38 mm | overcast | 80% | 5.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 4.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.9h |
| June | Excellent | 17° - 26° | 22° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 63% | 3.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Excellent | 19° - 28° | 24° | 59 mm | some cloud | 58% | 3.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Excellent | 18° - 27° | 23° | 45 mm | some cloud | 55% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.1h |
| September | Very Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 46 mm | some cloud | 62% | 3.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 7° - 14° | 10° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 46 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 1° | -6° | 61 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
