Rostov activists are asking the new acting governor to save valuable mosaics. The former governor has failed to provide any assistance.
Activists are asking the acting governor of the Rostov Region to prevent the Special Scientific and Production Directorate "Restavratsiya" LLC from repairing mosaic panels in four underground passages in Rostov-on-Don. According to the letter's authors, the firm's design is unsound and could lead to the loss of the mosaics. However, the design has already been approved by the mayor's office, and repairs may begin soon.
Appeal to Yuri Slyusar, initiated by a social movement City Patrol, signed by 186 people. A year ago City Patrol already directed a similar appeal to the then governor To Vasily Golubev, but did not achieve any results.
In 2019, Restavratsiya LLC was extremely unsuccessful in its restoration work. Veselovsky district of the Rostov region The "Horsemen" monument, also recognized as a cultural heritage site. A few years later, started to break away pieces.
Rostov mosaic panels in underground passages are a cultural heritage site. They were created Made from facing tiles in the 60s and 70s, the mosaics depict scenes from Soviet-era life and important historical events. They include scenes from Cossack life, the flora and fauna of the Don, panoramic views of the city, and scenes from outer space.