Cucumber Monument from thankful citizens
Cucumber Monument from thankful citizens appeared on the day of the 50th anniversary of the Moscow suburb city of Lukhovitsy. In addition to a huge cucumber, the sculptural composition also includes a barrel, which, in essence, is the pedestal of the monument. The inscription on it expresses gratitude to “cucumber-breadwinner” on behalf of all residents of the city.
The history of this unusual monument is quite simple: the cultivation of cucumber has long been a major source of income of the locals. For example, in the 90-ies of XX century, when the economic situation was very difficult, huge harvest of cucumbers literally saved residents. Lukhovitsy residents sold these vegetables in Moscow, and in other big cities of Russia. The high quality of Lukhovitsky cucumbers is undoubtful.
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