Avicenna statue

Opposite the Republican Hospital in Dushanbe, on the square named after Abu Ali ibn Sina, stands a monument dedicated to the great Eastern physician Avicenna, commemorating the 1,000th anniversary of his birth. The statue was crafted in bronze in 1980 by architects Agharonov and Karimov, ensuring the legacy of this eminent figure endures.

In the Eastern world, Avicenna’s significance is often compared to that of Aristotle in the West. This renowned scholar produced over 450 manuscripts, covering nearly 30 fields of study, including medicine, chemistry, psychology, literature, and many others. Of these, only 274 texts have survived to this day, many of which have been translated into various Eastern and European languages. Abu Ali ibn Sina made monumental contributions to the advancement of science, leaving behind a remarkably rich legacy.

The focal point of this ensemble is a six-meter-tall statue of the scholar, depicted as if lost in thought, momentarily disconnected from the world around him. In his hands, the bronze figure of Avicenna holds a book, symbolizing wisdom and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. He stands atop a pedestal adorned with images of open books. There are five books in total, each representing a field in which Avicenna conducted research and achieved extraordinary results: medicine, mathematics, poetry, music, and philosophy. At the base of the monument, a fountain is installed, and behind Avicenna’s figure are two pools. Nearby, benches provide a place to rest and admire the surrounding scenery.