This 1985 postcard depicts the City Garden of Yevpatoriya, featuring its central element, the monument to M.O. Tokarev, a prominent figure of the revolutionary movement and statesman.
What is shown on the postcard
The 1985 postcard presents a panoramic view of Yevpatoriya’s City Garden. The left part of the postcard focuses on the monument to M.O. Tokarev, depicting a full-length figure on a tall pedestal made of dark stone. The area around the monument features a paved square with a distinctive pattern.
The right part of the postcard showcases the well-maintained alleys of the garden with green lawns, various trees, and shrubs. Pedestrian paths are visible, with people strolling along them, and a small kiosk or vendor stall is also present. The garden space is adorned with flowerbeds and elements of landscape design.
Historical note
Maksim Osipovich Tokarev (1883–1918) was a prominent figure of the revolutionary movement, a Bolshevik, and an active participant in establishing Soviet power in Crimea and Yevpatoriya. He was executed by White Guard forces in 1918. The monument to M.O. Tokarev in Yevpatoriya was unveiled in 1968. The authors of the monument are sculptor V.S. Bogatyrev and architect A.A. Bobovich. The monument is located in the central part of the City Garden, which is itself a historical site, established in the 19th century.
Since its inception, the garden has served as one of the main recreational areas for residents and visitors, undergoing changes and improvements over the decades.
Present day
Currently, the monument to M.O. Tokarev remains one of Yevpatoriya’s recognizable symbols and the central feature of the City Garden, which officially bears his name. The park continues to be a popular place for strolls and recreation for city residents, maintaining its function as a green space in the city center. Its landscaping is regularly maintained, and it continues to attract both locals and tourists.
Location (map)
Address: Lenin Avenue, 2, Yevpatoriya
Coordinates: 45.195030, 33.360180
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates determined by the location of the M.O. Tokarev monument in Yevpatoriya City Garden..
Questions and answers
- Who was M.O. Tokarev? Maksim Osipovich Tokarev was a prominent figure of the revolutionary movement, a Bolshevik, and active in establishing Soviet power in Crimea and Yevpatoriya.
- When was the monument to M.O. Tokarev erected in Yevpatoriya? The monument to M.O. Tokarev was unveiled in 1968.
- What is the modern function of the City Garden? The City Garden, officially named after Tokarev, remains a popular place for strolls and recreation for city residents, maintaining its function as a green space in the center of Yevpatoriya.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Yevpatoria from 1985.
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