John James Hughes Monument, Donetsk

#18 among attractions in Donetsk

Memorial, Monuments and statues

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Facts and practical information

John James Hughes was a Welsh engineer, businessman and founder of the city of Donetsk. The village was originally named Yuzivka after Hughes, formally becoming a town in May 1917 and later, in 1924, being renamed to Stalino; in 1961, the name was changed to Donetsk. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°0'50"N, 37°48'8"E

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Vul. Artema (Вул. Артема), ~96Donetsk Ukraine

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John James Hughes Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Donbass Arena, Donetsk City, Lenin Square, To Donbass Liberators.

0.6 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Donbass Arena, Donetsk
16 min walk • The Donbass Arena, a modern symbol of Donetsk, Ukraine, stands as an architectural feat in the realm of sports venues. Opened in 2009, this state-of-the-art stadium was designed with a seating capacity of approximately 52,000, making it one of the largest arenas in...
1.3 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Donetsk City, Donetsk
35 min walk • The Donetsk City Shopping Center is one of the largest and most modern commercial facilities in the city of Donetsk, in eastern Ukraine. With its size and range of offerings, it attracts not only residents of the region but also tourists from across the country.
0.8 miS
Square
Lenin Square, Donetsk
21 min walk • Lenin Square is a prominent public space located in the heart of Donetsk, Ukraine. Named after the Russian revolutionary leader Vladimir Lenin, the square has historically been a focal point for social and political gatherings in the city.
0.8 miNE
Landmark copper statue and WWII monument
To Donbass Liberators, Donetsk
21 min walk • The To Donbass Liberators is a solemn monument in Donetsk, Ukraine, dedicated to the memory of soldiers who liberated the Donbass region from Nazi occupation during World War II. Standing as a testament to the city's resilience and the valor of the Soviet military, the...
0.8 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater
National Academic Ukrainian Musical and Drama Theatre, Donetsk
21 min walk • In the heart of Donetsk, Ukraine, stands the National Academic Ukrainian Musical and Drama Theatre, a beacon of cultural heritage and artistic expression. This esteemed institution has long served as a hub for the theatrical arts, drawing audiences from across the...
0.5 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Donetsk State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre, Donetsk
14 min walk • The Donetsk State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre is a beacon of high culture in the city of Donetsk, Ukraine. Established in the mid-20th century, the theatre has long been recognized for its exceptional performances in opera and ballet, showcasing the rich artistic...
~910 ftNW
Park
Forged Figures Park, Donetsk
5 min walk • The Donetsk Park of Artistic Blacksmith - a unique in Europe Museum of the Kowalski Championship under the open sky, founded in Donetsk in 2001 on Artyma 98.
0.6 miS
Cinema, Nightlife
Shevchenko T.G., Donetsk
15 min walk • The Shevchenko Cinema Theater is the first grand cinema theater in Ukraine, located on the Theater Square in Donetsk.
~1970 ftS
Art museum, Museum
Regional Art Museum, Donetsk
10 min walk • Regional Art Museum in Donetsk - Museum of Art in Donetsk, founded in 1939, under the current name since 1965. He is one of the most important art museums in Ukraine.
0.6 miS
Square
Teatralna Square, Donetsk
15 min walk • Teatralna Square is an emblematic public space in the heart of Donetsk, Ukraine. Known for its cultural significance and central location, the square is a hub for both locals and tourists, serving as a gathering place and a venue for various events and festivities.
0.9 miNE
Park
Lenin Comsomol park, Donetsk
24 min walk • Lenin Komsomol park is a popular recreation area in Donetsk. It was considered back in 1952, when Central Scherbakov Park of Culture and Leisure could no more fully address the city needs because "Shakhtar" stadium was built on its territory.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to John James Hughes Monument?

Nearby attractions include Forged Figures Park, Donetsk (5 min walk), Artem Monument, Donetsk (6 min walk), Spaso-Preobrazhensky Cathedral, Donetsk (7 min walk), Taras Shevchenko Monument, Donetsk (9 min walk).

How to get to John James Hughes Monument by public transport?

The nearest stations to John James Hughes Monument:

Bus

Студгородок • Lines: 2 (2 min walk)
Проспект Ватутіна • Lines: 37, 73, 77 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Університетська вулиця • Lines: 8 (7 min walk)
Konstytutsii Plaza • Lines: 7, Тб-11 (25 min walk)

Tram

Проспект Ватутіна • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)
Академічна • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)