The monument to the Duke de Richelieu is the first monument to Odessa, unveiled in 1828. The monument to Duke is one of the main symbols of Odessa, erected to one of the first mayors of the city. The Duke de Richelieu ruled the city for 11 years and made a huge contribution to the formation and prosperity of South Palmyra. The author of the monument is the sculptor IP Martos.
On the pedestal there are three high-relief images that symbolize trade, agriculture and the judiciary and are especially popular with tourists. According to one legend, whoever touches a bag of coins will have wealth and success. He who clings to the breast of the goddess of justice Themis will be healthy in his sexual life, and he who holds the hand of the goddess of agriculture Demeter will be happy.
The monument to Duke is very popular with residents of Odessa and guests of the city. Citizens often say "Let's meet at the Duke's", arranging meetings there.
The phrase "Ask the Duke" answers a tricky or difficult question. It is believed that the sculpture de Richelieu knows and sees everything that happens in the city, including those who arrive at the port of Odessa.
On the pedestal there are three high-relief images that symbolize trade, agriculture and the judiciary and are especially popular with tourists. According to one legend, whoever touches a bag of coins will have wealth and success. He who clings to the breast of the goddess of justice Themis will be healthy in his sexual life, and he who holds the hand of the goddess of agriculture Demeter will be happy.
The monument to Duke is very popular with residents of Odessa and guests of the city. Citizens often say "Let's meet at the Duke's", arranging meetings there.
The phrase "Ask the Duke" answers a tricky or difficult question. It is believed that the sculpture de Richelieu knows and sees everything that happens in the city, including those who arrive at the port of Odessa.
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