Translation. Region: Russian Federation –
Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –
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On February 1, a motor rally was held to commemorate the 82nd anniversary of the lifting of the siege of Leningrad. A column of eight vehicles set off from the main building of the St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. Participants headed to the Proryv Panorama Museum, where they laid flowers at the tank memorials and the legendary "lorry" – a symbol of the Road of Life. In this way, they paid tribute to the heroes who defended the city and ensured its survival during the terrible years of the siege.
The route then led to the Nevsky Pyatachok (bridgehead), one of the iconic sites of the Battle of Leningrad. This bridgehead on the left bank of the Neva has gone down in history as a symbol of resilience: it was here that Soviet soldiers, despite the harshest conditions and fierce enemy resistance, held their positions, bringing the siege closer to being broken. Today, the Nevsky Pyatachok is a memorial area, where monuments remind us of the price of Victory and the strength of national unity.
The motor rally allowed participants to personally visit memorial sites associated with the defense of Leningrad and honor the memory of the city's defenders. For many, this was an opportunity to once again remember the heroism of their ancestors and recognize the importance of preserving historical memory. The results of the motor rally clearly demonstrated that respect for the heroism of the past continues to unite people today.
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