The postcard “Gagarin Park, Yalta, 1964” presents a panoramic view of one of Yalta’s main recreational areas, captured in the mid-1960s.
What is shown on the postcard
The foreground of the postcard depicts a section of Gagarin Park with neatly trimmed decorative shrubs and elements of landscape design. A classical balustrade, serving as a terrace railing, is visible. Beyond it stretches the Black Sea, with the outlines of the Yalta seaport and a moored passenger vessel discernible on the horizon. In the background, the mountainous massifs of the Crimean Peninsula, covered with vegetation, rise majestically.
Historical note
The park, known today as Gagarin Park, has a rich history. Initially, it was part of the Primorsky Park, which developed at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries as part of Yalta’s general seaside recreational zone, including sections of private estates and public walking areas. The park received its modern name in 1961 in honor of the first cosmonaut, Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin, a characteristic practice of the Soviet era reflecting the heroization of the country’s achievements.
Present day
Currently, Gagarin Park retains its significance as an important green space and a popular recreational area for residents and visitors of Yalta. It is an integral part of the city’s infrastructure, offering walking alleys, viewing platforms, and access to the sea. The park’s landscape design has undergone changes over time, yet its main elements and layout continue to contribute to the preservation of its historical appearance and functionality.
Location (map)
Address: Gagarin Park, Yalta
Coordinates: 44.497500, 34.155000
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Approximate coordinates of a viewpoint in Gagarin Park, Yalta, overlooking the seaport, identified via satellite imagery..
Questions and answers
- Where is Gagarin Park located? Gagarin Park is located in Yalta, Ukraine, on the Black Sea coast.
- Who is the park named after? The park was named in 1961 after the first cosmonaut Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin.
- What objects are visible on the 1964 postcard? The postcard shows the park’s landscape design, a balustrade, the Black Sea with Yalta port and a moored vessel, and mountain ranges.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Yalta from 1964.
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