I visited the Central Embankment a few times during my visit to Volgograd and Volzhsky.  This particular spot in Volgograd is a feast for your eyes to see the history of the city along with architecture and a great view of the Volga River. 

Upon arriving we first walked over to the Fallen Fighters Square and the memorial with the eternal flame.  Before the revolution, this square was named Alexander Square until 1920 when the Soviet Red Army took control.  Many communists were executed in the square after the resistance took back the square in 1919.  This memorial is for the memory of the fallen comrades which are buried in a common grave after their execution.

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As you walk toward the Volga River, you come to the Alley of the Heroes.  This is where the names of fallen soldiers who lived in Stalingrad are honored.  As you walk toward Central Embankment, the names are written on both sides.

After the Alley of the Heroes, you reach Central Embankment.  This is where locals and tourists alike, come to walk and enjoy the day.  A stage is located at the bottom by the Volga River for entertainment.  Festivals, and holidays are both celebrated here, as well as fallen comrades are honored for their sacrifice.   Everything is peaceful, and truly is a spectacular place to visit.