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Winter theater

Built in a majestic imperial style, this massive, colonnaded building would add grace to any world capital. Opera, ballet and drama are presented here.

Sochi's Winter Theatre (Zimny Teatr) wa built in 1937, and quickly became one of its key landmarks. The building itself is a sight to behold. It has become one of Russia's architectural monuments. Designed by Konstantin Chernopyatov, the icredibly 'light' structure rests upon 88 columns, running around the building's perimeter. The front of the theatre is adorned with three goddesses, as if they have graced it personally by descending to the mortal realm from Olympus: Melpomene, Terpsichore and Talia. Famous Russian sculptor Vera Mukhina authored these statues.