Victory Memorial's Fountain Undergoes Repairs
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Ulan-Ude's iconic "Star" fountain, located in the Victory Memorial Park, is not operating at its full capacity despite undergoing maintenance work in late June. The fountain, which is a popular attraction in the city, is still experiencing issues, with some of its jets not reaching the heights they previously did.
According to an anonymous group on VKontakte, the central jet of the fountain was not rising above 1.5 meters as of early July. The jets around the fountain are also not currently rising above a meter, a significant drop from their previous heights of up to three meters.
The maintenance work was aimed at restoring the fountain to its former glory, but underlying issues such as internal corrosion suspected in its structure are affecting its functional integrity. This corrosion likely impacts the water flow and fountain mechanisms, preventing it from functioning properly even after maintenance efforts.
Additional details did not specify further technical reasons, but internal corrosion and bubbled paint were mentioned as factors impairing the fountain's performance related to its infrastructure.
Citizens have complained about the fountain, stating that the high jets are not functioning properly and are causing them to get wet from the water blown by the wind. Despite these issues, the fountain and nearby pools were opened after maintenance work, which was completed at the end of June.
However, it is worth noting that the central jet of the fountain is now shooting higher than it was after maintenance, probably reaching heights as high as it was before the maintenance work. The jets around the fountain used to change their heights periodically, but this is not currently the case.
The "Star" fountain is located under a tank in the Victory Memorial Park, on Baltaeva Street, in the city of Ulan-Ude. Despite the ongoing issues, the fountain remains a beloved attraction for locals and tourists alike.
The city authorities have been contacted for comment on the ongoing issues with the "Star" fountain and any plans for further maintenance or repairs. We will update this article as more information becomes available.
The ongoing issues with Ulan-Ude's "Star" fountain may have an impact on the local residents' home-and-garden lifestyle, as the faulty fountain jets are causing unwanted water splashes. Regardless, the home-and-garden enthusiasts still find the fountain appealing and visit it regularly as a popular attraction in the city.
