Marble statues near the Manege in St. Petersburg will be restored

Statues of "Dioscuri taming horses" near the Arena will be restored in St. Petersburg. The figures of the heroes of ancient Greek myths are objects of cultural heritage of federal significance.

The GATI of St. Petersburg announced the restoration plans. The work warrant has already been issued, he writes 78.ru .

Statues of the brothers Castor and Polydeuces adorn the portico of the exhibition hall on St. Isaac's Square. Specialists will examine them for damage, clean them, and then cover them with a special protective agent. The restoration is scheduled to be completed by October 1, 2026.

The monumental building of the Manege was built in 1804-1807 according to the project of Giacomo Quarenghi. It is now a museum and exhibition complex.

In mid-June, the first stage of the reconstruction of the Stable Department started in St. Petersburg. Emergency work is underway at the historic site, which will last 10 months. Specialists will have to eliminate emergency defects in the buildings, clean and restore the walls, strengthen structures and foundations.